Ladwal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Ladwal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hamirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladwal is 002119. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ladwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ladwal
As per Census 2011, Ladwal village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 222 males and 186 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 222 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 140 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 164 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 58 | 62 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladwal
Ladwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ladwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Ladwal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Ladwal is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladwal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ladwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ladwal
Where is Ladwal located?
Ladwal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladwal is Hamirpur.
What is the pincode of Ladwal?
The pincode of Ladwal is 184144.
What is the population of Ladwal?
Ladwal has a total population of 408, including 222 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Ladwal?
There are 97 households in Ladwal.
What is the literacy rate in Ladwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladwal is 70.59%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 66.67%.