Latapani - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Latapani is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharpalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latapani is 383492. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Latapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Latapani
According to the 2011 Census, Latapani village had a total population of 121 people, including 61 males and 60 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.49%, with male literacy at 75.44% and female literacy at 38.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 43 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Latapani
Latapani 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 Latapani
Latapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Sundargarh to Latapani is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Latapani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latapani 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 Latapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latapani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latapani
Where is Latapani located?
Latapani village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Latapani is Jharpalam.
What is the pincode of Latapani?
The pincode of Latapani is 770024.
What is the population of Latapani?
Latapani had a total population of 121, including 61 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Latapani?
Latapani had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latapani was 58.49%. Male literacy was 75.44% and female literacy was 38.78%.