Lat - Barwadih, Latehar
Lat is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Lat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lat is 366974. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Lat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lat
As per Census 2011, Lat village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 631 males and 584 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 631 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 160 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,105 | 581 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 234 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 397 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Lat
Lat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gasedag | West | 1.68 km |
| Herhe | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Patradih | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Barkheta | East | 2.41 km |
| Serengdag | South | 3.03 km |
| Bere | West | 3.22 km |
| Tongari | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Karamdih | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Meral | North | 5.19 km |
| Khamhi Khas | South-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lat
Public transport in the Lat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhipadohar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Lat is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lat
Where is Lat located?
Lat village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lat?
Lat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lat?
The pincode of Lat is 829204.
What is the population of Lat?
Lat has a total population of 1,215, including 631 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Lat?
There are 216 households in Lat.
What is the literacy rate in Lat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lat is 30.45%. Male literacy is 37.08% and female literacy is 23.29%.