Luddu
Luddu is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chonwery is the gram panchayat of Luddu village.
Luddu has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Luddu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Luddu is 004355. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Luddu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 82km away.
When it comes to local governance, Luddu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Luddu
Population of Luddu
Below is a concise population overview of Luddu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 258 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 170 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 88 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Luddu village:
- The total population of Luddu village is around 502, including approximately 258 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Luddu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Luddu village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Luddu village is about 53.78%, with male literacy at 65.89% and female literacy at 40.98%.
- There are around 80 households in Luddu village.
Connectivity of Luddu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Luddu. As per the 2011 stats, Luddu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Luddu
Knowing the nearby villages of Luddu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Luddu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Luddu
- Where is Luddu located?
- Luddu village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Luddu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Luddu is Chonwery (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Luddu?
- The pincode of Luddu is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Luddu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Luddu is 502, with 258 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Luddu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Luddu village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Luddu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Luddu is 53.78%. The male literacy rate is 65.89%, while the female literacy rate is 40.98%.