Laddar - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Laddar is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Kundal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laddar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laddar is 004786. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.1 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Laddar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Laddar
As per Census 2011, Laddar village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 225 males and 246 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laddar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 225 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 105 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 135 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 90 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Laddar
Laddar 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 Laddar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Laddar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kishtwar to Laddar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Laddar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laddar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laddar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Laddar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laddar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Laddar
Where is Laddar located?
Laddar village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laddar?
The Gram Panchayat of Laddar is Kundal.
What is the pincode of Laddar?
The pincode of Laddar is 182204.
What is the population of Laddar?
Laddar has a total population of 471, including 225 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Laddar?
There are 94 households in Laddar.
What is the literacy rate in Laddar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laddar is 50.32%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 41.46%.