Latadakia - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Latadakia is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Krutamgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latadakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latadakia is 416910. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Latadakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latadakia
According to the 2011 Census, Latadakia village had a total population of 140 people, including 77 males and 63 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.36%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Latadakia
Latadakia 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 Latadakia
Public transport in the Latadakia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Latadakia is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Latadakia is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latadakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latadakia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Latadakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latadakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Latadakia
Where is Latadakia located?
Latadakia village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latadakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Latadakia is Krutamgarh.
What is the pincode of Latadakia?
The pincode of Latadakia is 762109.
What is the population of Latadakia?
Latadakia had a total population of 140, including 77 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Latadakia?
Latadakia had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latadakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latadakia was 45.36%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 31.25%.