Latiaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Latiaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Thuamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latiaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latiaguda is 424377. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Latiaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latiaguda
As per Census 2011, Latiaguda village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 112 males and 125 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latiaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 94 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 69 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Latiaguda
Latiaguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Latiaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Latiaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Latiaguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latiaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latiaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Latiaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latiaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latiaguda
Where is Latiaguda located?
Latiaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latiaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Latiaguda is Thuamul.
What is the pincode of Latiaguda?
The pincode of Latiaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Latiaguda?
Latiaguda has a total population of 237, including 112 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Latiaguda?
There are 60 households in Latiaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Latiaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latiaguda is 36.71%. Male literacy is 38.39% and female literacy is 35.20%.