Latau - Kalsi, Dehradun
Latau is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Jandau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latau is 044809. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.7 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Latau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Latau
As per Census 2011, Latau village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 80 males and 78 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Latau
Latau is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhunau | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Gangro | East | 1.75 km |
| Kaknoi | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Sawai | West | 2.14 km |
| Badhau | South | 2.54 km |
| Dagura | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Matiyawa | North | 2.76 km |
| Rakhatad | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Mathyau | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Dohajhusau | North-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latau
Latau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| 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 Vikasnagar to Latau is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Latau is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Latau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latau 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 Latau
Where is Latau located?
Latau village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latau?
The Gram Panchayat of Latau is Jandau.
What is the pincode of Latau?
The pincode of Latau is 248001.
What is the population of Latau?
Latau has a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Latau?
There are 16 households in Latau.
What is the literacy rate in Latau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latau is 56.96%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 50.00%.