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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Latifpur village had a total population of 609 people, including 317 males and 292 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.25%, with male literacy at 48.22% and female literacy at 27.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 609 | 317 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 609, including 317 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Latifpur?
Latifpur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latifpur was 38.25%. Male literacy was 48.22% and female literacy was 27.19%.