Latifpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Latifpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Hinauta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latifpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latifpur is 212864. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.9 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Latifpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latifpur
As per Census 2011, Latifpur village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 317 males and 292 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latifpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 317 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 122 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 195 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Latifpur
Latifpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belkhara | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Khirihiti | East | 2.59 km |
| Patti Kalan | North | 2.63 km |
| Jamaiyatpur | East | 3.05 km |
| Ghamahapur | North | 3.35 km |
| Shiur | East | 3.45 km |
| Shekhwa | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Bairampur | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Hinauta | South | 3.59 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latifpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Latifpur. The nearest railway station is Saktesgarh, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahraura to Latifpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Latifpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latifpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latifpur 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 Latifpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latifpur 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 Latifpur
Where is Latifpur located?
Latifpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latifpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Latifpur is Hinauta.
What is the pincode of Latifpur?
The pincode of Latifpur is 231301.
What is the population of Latifpur?
Latifpur has a total population of 609, including 317 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Latifpur?
There are 107 households in Latifpur.
What is the literacy rate in Latifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latifpur is 30.21%. Male literacy is 38.49% and female literacy is 21.23%.