Latawni - Badoda, Sheopur
Latawni is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Subkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latawni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latawni is 451822. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Latawni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijaypur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latawni
As per Census 2011, Latawni village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 138 males and 123 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latawni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 78 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 60 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Latawni
Latawni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakhda Jagir | West | 4.25 km |
| Moojhri | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kherona | West | 4.73 km |
| Shyampura | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Subkara | North | 4.82 km |
| Kareeriya | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Baman Deh | South | 5.82 km |
| Pyaripura | North-West | 6.22 km |
| Lahrooni | South-West | 6.26 km |
| Peepalkheri | South-West | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latawni
Latawni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badoda to Latawni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Latawni is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latawni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latawni 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 Latawni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latawni 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 Latawni
Where is Latawni located?
Latawni village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latawni?
The Gram Panchayat of Latawni is Subkara.
What is the pincode of Latawni?
The pincode of Latawni is 476339.
What is the population of Latawni?
Latawni has a total population of 261, including 138 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Latawni?
There are 57 households in Latawni.
What is the literacy rate in Latawni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latawni is 42.53%. Male literacy is 56.52% and female literacy is 26.83%.