Lat - Almora
Lat is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Laat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lat is 053137. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lat 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Lat
According to the 2011 Census, Lat village had a total population of 505 people, including 265 males and 240 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 97.32% and female literacy at 63.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 505 | 265 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 59 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 218 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 47 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Lat
Lat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lat
Public transport in the Lat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Lat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lat
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lat
Where is Lat located?
Lat village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lat?
The Gram Panchayat of Lat is Laat.
What is the pincode of Lat?
The pincode of Lat is 263601.
What is the population of Lat?
Lat had a total population of 505, including 265 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Lat?
Lat had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lat was 80.82%. Male literacy was 97.32% and female literacy was 63.55%.