Lat Ghat - Sagri, Azamgarh
Lat Ghat is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Lat Ghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lat Ghat is 193159. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.67 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lat Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lat Ghat
As per Census 2011, Lat Ghat village has a total population of 3,094 people, consisting of 1,607 males and 1,487 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,917 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lat Ghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,094 | 1,607 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 232 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 216 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 1,917 | 1,126 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 481 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Lat Ghat
Lat Ghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanjahar | South | 0.97 km |
| Gorwali | North | 1.01 km |
| Bhopatpur | West | 1.03 km |
| Baghrawa | West | 1.34 km |
| Kandh Suraina | East | 1.36 km |
| Mahdewa | South | 1.37 km |
| Khand | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Rampur Dewara | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Chak Childeiya | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Sakat Rohuwar | North-West | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lat Ghat
Lat Ghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muhammadabad, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| 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 Azamgarh to Lat Ghat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Lat Ghat 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 Lat Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lat Ghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lat Ghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lat Ghat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lat Ghat
Where is Lat Ghat located?
Lat Ghat village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lat Ghat?
Lat Ghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lat Ghat?
The pincode of Lat Ghat is 276136.
What is the population of Lat Ghat?
Lat Ghat has a total population of 3,094, including 1,607 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Lat Ghat?
There are 435 households in Lat Ghat.
What is the literacy rate in Lat Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lat Ghat is 61.96%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 53.19%.