Latu Gair - Gairsain, Chamoli
Latu Gair is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Malkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latu Gair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latu Gair is 042036. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.22 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Latu Gair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Latu Gair
According to the 2011 Census, Latu Gair village had a total population of 193 people, including 86 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,244 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.82%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 66.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 193 | 86 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 17 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Latu Gair
Latu Gair 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 Latu Gair
Latu Gair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Latu Gair is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Latu Gair is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latu Gair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latu Gair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Latu Gair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latu Gair 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 Latu Gair
Where is Latu Gair located?
Latu Gair village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Latu Gair?
The Gram Panchayat of Latu Gair is Malkot.
What is the pincode of Latu Gair?
The pincode of Latu Gair is 246431.
What is the population of Latu Gair?
Latu Gair had a total population of 193, including 86 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Latu Gair?
Latu Gair had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latu Gair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latu Gair was 78.82%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 66.33%.