Latagaon - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Latagaon is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latagaon is 384112. The village covers a total geographical area of 713 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Latagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latagaon
As per Census 2011, Latagaon village has a total population of 2,823 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,392 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,766 literate and 1,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,741 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,823 | 1,431 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 192 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,741 | 881 | 860 |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 986 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 445 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Latagaon
Latagaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinjirkela | North | 1.65 km |
| Kantiamura | East | 1.94 km |
| Bargaon | South | 2.23 km |
| Charpali | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Baibai | East | 2.73 km |
| Manchamara | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Barpali | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Gariamal | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Jangli | East | 3.40 km |
| Bhoipali | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latagaon
Public transport in the Latagaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Latagaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Latagaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Latagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Latagaon
Where is Latagaon located?
Latagaon village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Latagaon is Bargaon.
What is the pincode of Latagaon?
The pincode of Latagaon is 770016.
What is the population of Latagaon?
Latagaon has a total population of 2,823, including 1,431 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Latagaon?
There are 634 households in Latagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Latagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latagaon is 62.56%. Male literacy is 68.90% and female literacy is 56.03%.