Lathur
Lathur is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Lathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lathur unique in its vibrant Cheyyur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Lathur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lathur is 630176. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603312. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Lathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Lathur
Population of Lathur
According to the 2011 Census, Lathur has a total population of about 1,273, with approximately 662 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 980 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.88%, with male literacy at about 65.11% and female literacy near 56.30%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 662 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 504 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 775 | 431 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 231 | 267 |
Connectivity of Lathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lathur. As per the 2011 stats, Lathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 24 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Lathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lathur
- Where is Lathur located?
- Lathur village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lathur?
- Lathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lathur?
- The pincode of Lathur is 603312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lathur is 1,273, with 662 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Lathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lathur village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lathur is 60.88%. The male literacy rate is 65.11%, while the female literacy rate is 56.30%.