Latagaon
Latagaon is a village located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Latgaon is the gram panchayat of Latagaon village.
Latagaon has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Latagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Latagaon is 567919. The village spans a total geographical area of 1656 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Latagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Latagaon 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 Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Latagaon
Population of Latagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Latagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 387 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 93 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 519 | 274 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 113 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Latagaon village:
- The total population of Latagaon village is around 832, including approximately 387 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 1149 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Latagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Latagaon village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Latagaon village is about 62.38%, with male literacy at 70.80% and female literacy at 55.06%.
- There are around 212 households in Latagaon village.
Connectivity of Latagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Latagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Latagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Latagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Latagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Latagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Latagaon
- Where is Latagaon located?
- Latagaon village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Latagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Latagaon is Latgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Latagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Latagaon is 832, with 387 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Latagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Latagaon village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Latagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Latagaon is 62.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.80%, while the female literacy rate is 55.06%.