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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lata
As per Census 2011, Lata village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 145 males and 160 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 305, including 145 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Lata?
There are 84 households in Lata.
What is the literacy rate in Lata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lata is 57.38%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 46.88%.