Ladhwaya - Chinour, Gwalior
Ladhwaya is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Ladvaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladhwaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladhwaya is 454293. The village covers a total geographical area of 415 hectares and falls under the 475005 pincode. Antari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ladhwaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladhwaya
According to the 2011 Census, Ladhwaya village had a total population of 645 people, including 353 males and 292 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.33%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 64.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 645 | 353 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 256 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 97 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Ladhwaya
Ladhwaya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kiratpura | West | 1.55 km |
| Manpur | East | 1.63 km |
| Bajhera | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Puri | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Pipripura | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Fatehpur | South | 2.80 km |
| Bharthari | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Kalyani | North | 3.67 km |
| Khairwaya | South | 4.12 km |
| Beragarh | North-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladhwaya
Ladhwaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Antri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antari to Ladhwaya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Ladhwaya is about 36 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 Ladhwaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladhwaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ladhwaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladhwaya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ladhwaya
Where is Ladhwaya located?
Ladhwaya village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladhwaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladhwaya is Ladvaya.
What is the pincode of Ladhwaya?
The pincode of Ladhwaya is 475005.
What is the population of Ladhwaya?
Ladhwaya had a total population of 645, including 353 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Ladhwaya?
Ladhwaya had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ladhwaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladhwaya was 74.33%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 64.14%.