Lata - Joshimath, Chamoli
Lata is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Lata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lata is 040880. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.72 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Lata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lata
According to the 2011 Census, Lata village had a total population of 305 people, including 145 males and 160 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 77.52% and female literacy at 52.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 142 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 100 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 45 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Lata
Lata 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 Lata
Lata 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Lata is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Lata is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lata 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 Lata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lata 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 Lata
Where is Lata located?
Lata village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lata?
Lata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lata?
The pincode of Lata is 246443.
What is the population of Lata?
Lata had a total population of 305, including 145 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Lata?
Lata had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lata was 64.58%. Male literacy was 77.52% and female literacy was 52.82%.