Latapangia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Latapangia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Nuapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latapangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latapangia is 416388. The village covers a total geographical area of 643 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Latapangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latapangia
As per Census 2011, Latapangia village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 350 males and 372 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 380 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latapangia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 350 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 176 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 233 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 117 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Latapangia
Latapangia 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 Latapangia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Latapangia.
| 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 Phulabani to Latapangia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Latapangia is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latapangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latapangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Latapangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latapangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Latapangia
Where is Latapangia located?
Latapangia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latapangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Latapangia is Nuapadar.
What is the pincode of Latapangia?
The pincode of Latapangia is 762011.
What is the population of Latapangia?
Latapangia has a total population of 722, including 350 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Latapangia?
There are 171 households in Latapangia.
What is the literacy rate in Latapangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latapangia is 53.32%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 40.86%.