Lathgaon - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Lathgaon is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Lathgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathgaon is 490675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1078.87 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lathgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lathgaon
As per Census 2011, Lathgaon village has a total population of 2,422 people, consisting of 1,271 males and 1,151 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lathgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,422 | 1,271 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 920 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 351 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Lathgaon
Lathgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majni | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Mehguwan | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Dobh | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Dabkiya | North | 2.57 km |
| Sohjani | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Shyamnagar | South | 3.24 km |
| Chargawan | North | 3.38 km |
| Sukri | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Chandlon | West | 3.89 km |
| Jamunpani | East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lathgaon
Lathgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gotegaon to Lathgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Lathgaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lathgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lathgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lathgaon
Where is Lathgaon located?
Lathgaon village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathgaon?
Lathgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lathgaon?
The pincode of Lathgaon is 487118.
What is the population of Lathgaon?
Lathgaon has a total population of 2,422, including 1,271 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Lathgaon?
There are 537 households in Lathgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lathgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathgaon is 63.96%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 54.65%.