Latkahir - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Latkahir is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Budhudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latkahir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latkahir is 372382. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Latkahir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Latkahir
As per Census 2011, Latkahir village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 222 males and 209 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latkahir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 222 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 137 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 85 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Latkahir
Latkahir 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 Latkahir
Latkahir is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Latkahir is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latkahir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latkahir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Latkahir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latkahir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Latkahir
Where is Latkahir located?
Latkahir village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latkahir?
The Gram Panchayat of Latkahir is Budhudih.
What is the pincode of Latkahir?
The pincode of Latkahir is 815357.
What is the population of Latkahir?
Latkahir has a total population of 431, including 222 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Latkahir?
There are 83 households in Latkahir.
What is the literacy rate in Latkahir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latkahir is 47.10%. Male literacy is 61.71% and female literacy is 31.58%.