Laden - Chadoora, Budgam
Laden is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Chadoora and around 28 km from Budgam. Ladden (st) serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Laden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laden is 000826. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.1 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Laden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laden
According to the 2011 Census, Laden village had a total population of 770 people, including 409 males and 361 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.15%, with male literacy at 46.77% and female literacy at 39.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 402.
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 | 770 | 409 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 205 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 145 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 264 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Laden
Laden 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 Laden
Laden 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Chadoora to Laden is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Laden is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Laden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Laden
Where is Laden located?
Laden village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Laden?
The Halqa Panchayat of Laden is Ladden (st).
What is the pincode of Laden?
The pincode of Laden is 191113.
What is the population of Laden?
Laden had a total population of 770, including 409 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Laden?
Laden had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laden was 43.15%. Male literacy was 46.77% and female literacy was 39.05%.