Latyar - Panchari, Udhampur
Latyar is a village situated in the Panchari tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 51 km from Udhampur and around 51 km from Udhampur. Latyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latyar is 004813. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.6 hectares and falls under the 182125 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Latyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Latyar
As per Census 2011, Latyar village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 842 males and 808 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 1,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 823 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 842 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 162 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 152 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 823 | 416 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 413 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 429 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Latyar
Latyar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Latyar
Public transport in the Latyar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Latyar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Latyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latyar
Where is Latyar located?
Latyar village is located in Panchari Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latyar?
Latyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Latyar?
The pincode of Latyar is 182125.
What is the population of Latyar?
Latyar has a total population of 1,650, including 842 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Latyar?
There are 305 households in Latyar.
What is the literacy rate in Latyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latyar is 37.70%. Male literacy is 49.05% and female literacy is 25.87%.