Latawan
Latawan is a village 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.
Latawan has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Latawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Latawan is 564791. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.77 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Latawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Latawan 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Latawan
Population of Latawan
Below is a concise population overview of Latawan 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 | 1,307 | 640 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 103 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 503 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 137 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Latawan village:
- The total population of Latawan village is around 1,307, including approximately 640 males and 667 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Latawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Latawan village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 180 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Latawan village is about 69.63%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 61.02%.
- There are around 343 households in Latawan village.
Connectivity of Latawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Latawan. As per the 2011 stats, Latawan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Latawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Latawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Latawan.
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%.