Ladana - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Ladana is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Ladana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladana is 005057. The village covers a total geographical area of 1875.3 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Ladana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ladana
According to the 2011 Census, Ladana village had a total population of 2,284 people, including 1,170 males and 1,114 females, living in 428 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.30%, with male literacy at 55.07% and female literacy at 37.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 741, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 735.
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 | 2,284 | 1,170 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 224 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 384 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 396 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 521 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,428 | 649 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Ladana
Ladana 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 Ladana
Public transport in the Ladana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Ladana is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ladana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ladana
Where is Ladana located?
Ladana village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladana?
Ladana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladana?
The pincode of Ladana is 182122.
What is the population of Ladana?
Ladana had a total population of 2,284, including 1,170 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Ladana?
Ladana had 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ladana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladana was 46.30%. Male literacy was 55.07% and female literacy was 37.10%.