Langatu

Langatu is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Barkagaon (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Barkagaon West is the gram panchayat of Langatu village.

Langatu has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Langatu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Langatu is 368798. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Langatu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Langatu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Langatu

Below is a concise population overview of Langatu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,859 1,440 1,419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 444 219 225
Scheduled Castes (SC) 367 179 188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,653 951 702
Illiterate Population 1,206 489 717

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Langatu village:

  • The total population of Langatu village is around 2,859, including approximately 1,440 males and 1,419 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 444 children aged 0–6 years in Langatu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Langatu village has 367 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Langatu village is about 57.82%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 49.47%.
  • There are around 541 households in Langatu village.

Connectivity of Langatu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Langatu. As per the 2011 stats, Langatu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Langatu

Knowing the nearby villages of Langatu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Langatu.

Chepa Khurd Gugra Arahara Pakri Barwadih Barkagaon Sonbarsa Sinduari Churchu Keri Sikri Pandaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Langatu

Where is Langatu located?
Langatu village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Langatu is Barkagaon West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Langatu?
The pincode of Langatu is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Langatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Langatu is 2,859, with 1,440 males and 1,419 females.
How many households are there in Langatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Langatu village has a total of 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langatu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Langatu is 57.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.04%, while the female literacy rate is 49.47%.