Latu

Latu is a village located in Bariyatu subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bariatu (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Phulsu is the gram panchayat of Latu village.

Here you can discover what makes Latu unique in its vibrant Bariyatu-Latehar region. You’ll see Latu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Latu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Latu is 367432. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829202. Ranchi is nearest town to Latu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Latu 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Latu

Population of Latu

According to the 2011 Census, Latu has a total population of about 1,061, with approximately 534 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 441. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.33%, with male literacy at about 61.80% and female literacy near 38.71%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Latu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Latu

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

Nearby Villages of Latu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Latu