Lalad - Sopore, Baramulla
Lalad is a village situated in the Sopore tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Sopore and around 14 km from Baramulla. Lalad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalad is 002223. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.8 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lalad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sopore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalad
According to the 2011 Census, Lalad village had a total population of 1,439 people, including 709 males and 730 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.84%, with male literacy at 82.59% and female literacy at 67.33%.
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 | 1,439 | 709 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 522 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 187 | 291 |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalad
Lalad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Lalad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Lalad is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Lalad is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lalad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lalad
Where is Lalad located?
Lalad village is located in Sopore Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalad?
Lalad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalad?
The pincode of Lalad is 193201.
What is the population of Lalad?
Lalad had a total population of 1,439, including 709 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Lalad?
Lalad had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalad was 74.84%. Male literacy was 82.59% and female literacy was 67.33%.