Lathi - Shama, Bageshwar
Lathi is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Kapkot and around 64 km from Bageshwar. Lathi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathi is 050648. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.93 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Lathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lathi
As per Census 2011, Lathi village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 175 males and 211 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lathi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 175 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 148 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Lathi
Lathi 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 Lathi
Lathi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Lathi is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lathi
Where is Lathi located?
Lathi village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathi?
Lathi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lathi?
The pincode of Lathi is 263633.
What is the population of Lathi?
Lathi has a total population of 386, including 175 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Lathi?
There are 76 households in Lathi.
What is the literacy rate in Lathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathi is 83.94%. Male literacy is 84.57% and female literacy is 83.41%.