Lata - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Lata is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Lata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lata is 040732. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.11 hectares and falls under the 249194 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lata
According to the 2011 Census, Lata village had a total population of 403 people, including 204 males and 199 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.16%, with male literacy at 95.43% and female literacy at 68.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 403 | 204 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 167 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 37 | 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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Lata is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lata
Where is Lata located?
Lata village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249194.
What is the population of Lata?
Lata had a total population of 403, including 204 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Lata?
Lata had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lata was 82.16%. Male literacy was 95.43% and female literacy was 68.26%.