Latawan
About Latawan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Latawan village is 564791. Latawan village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 178km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Latvan is the gram panchayat of Latawan village.
The total geographical area of village is 303.77 hectares. Latawan has a total population of 1,307 peoples, out of which male population is 640 while female population is 667. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of latawan village is 69.63% out of which 78.59% males and 61.02% females are literate. There are about 343 houses in latawan village.
When it comes to administration, Latawan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Latawan village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to latawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Latawan
The population details of Latawan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 640 | 667 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 180 | 103 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 503 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 137 | 260 |
Connectivity of Latawan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Latawan
Where is Latawan located?
Latawan village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Latawan is Latvan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Latawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Latawan is 1,307, with 640 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Latawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Latawan village has a total of 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Latawan is 69.63%. The male literacy rate is 78.59%, while the female literacy rate is 61.02%.