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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lathi village had a total population of 386 people, including 175 males and 211 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 97.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 386 | 175 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 386, including 175 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Lathi?
Lathi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathi was 98.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 97.78%.