Latera - Domariyaganj, Siddharthnagar
Latera is a village situated in the Domariyaganj tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Domariyaganj and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Latera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latera is 178223. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.9 hectares and falls under the 272189 pincode. Dumraiya Ganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Latera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumariyaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latera
As per Census 2011, Latera village has a total population of 2,961 people, consisting of 1,529 males and 1,432 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 1,567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,961 | 1,529 | 1,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 267 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 237 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 892 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,567 | 637 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Latera
Latera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amahwa Khat | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Asnahara | North | 1.27 km |
| Hooliyapur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Itwa | North | 1.62 km |
| Dhobha Mustahkam | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Dhoorhra May Parsadi Khas | South | 1.70 km |
| Mishraulia Manshrivaspur | West | 1.79 km |
| Kalwari Nankar | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kungayi | West | 1.91 km |
| Galapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latera
Latera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraiya Ganj to Latera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Latera is about 61 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 Latera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Latera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Latera
Where is Latera located?
Latera village is located in Domariyaganj Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latera?
Latera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Latera?
The pincode of Latera is 272189.
What is the population of Latera?
Latera has a total population of 2,961, including 1,529 males and 1,432 females.
How many households are there in Latera?
There are 392 households in Latera.
What is the literacy rate in Latera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latera is 47.08%. Male literacy is 58.34% and female literacy is 35.06%.