Ladwah - Telka, Chamba
Ladwah is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Chamba. Ligga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladwah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladwah is 007259. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.12 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ladwah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ladwah
As per Census 2011, Ladwah village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 217 males and 203 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladwah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 217 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 168 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 49 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Ladwah
Ladwah 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 Ladwah
Ladwah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Ladwah is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Ladwah is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladwah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladwah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ladwah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladwah 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 Ladwah
Where is Ladwah located?
Ladwah village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladwah?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladwah is Ligga.
What is the pincode of Ladwah?
The pincode of Ladwah is 176320.
What is the population of Ladwah?
Ladwah has a total population of 420, including 217 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Ladwah?
There are 82 households in Ladwah.
What is the literacy rate in Ladwah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladwah is 63.10%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 47.78%.