Lad Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Lad is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Lad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lad is 435968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Lad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lad
As per Census 2011, Lad village has a total population of 1,440 people, consisting of 708 males and 732 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 607 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lad are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 708 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 109 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,240 | 609 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 379 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 329 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Lad
Lad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi Khurd | West | 2.17 km |
| Ghunchapur | East | 2.23 km |
| Fulsar | West | 4.58 km |
| Rode | West | 5.34 km |
| Sakhoda | North-East | 5.65 km |
| Korbi | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Jhinpuri | North-West | 6.89 km |
| Chotiya | South | 7.18 km |
| Baniya | South-West | 7.52 km |
| Sukhrital | West | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lad
Lad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Katghora to Lad is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Lad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lad 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 Lad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lad
Where is Lad located?
Lad village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lad?
Lad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lad?
The pincode of Lad is 495448.
What is the population of Lad?
Lad has a total population of 1,440, including 708 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Lad?
There are 313 households in Lad.
What is the literacy rate in Lad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lad is 42.15%. Male literacy is 53.53% and female literacy is 31.15%.