Ladoona - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Ladoona is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Laduna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladoona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladoona is 469820. The village covers a total geographical area of 1780.7 hectares and falls under the 458389 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ladoona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladoona
As per Census 2011, Ladoona village has a total population of 6,917 people, consisting of 3,538 males and 3,379 females. The village has 1,436 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 901 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,587 literate and 2,330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,730 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladoona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,917 | 3,538 | 3,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 462 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,730 | 901 | 829 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4,587 | 2,741 | 1,846 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,330 | 797 | 1,533 |
Nearby Villages of Ladoona
Ladoona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dammakhedi | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Dhandheda | East | 3.05 km |
| Shardulgarh | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Rajnagar | South | 3.39 km |
| Sansripiplya | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Kochariyakhedi | West | 4.66 km |
| Maukheda | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Surkheda | West | 4.86 km |
| Muwala | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Dalawada | East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladoona
Ladoona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamau to Ladoona is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Ladoona is about 35 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 Ladoona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladoona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ladoona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladoona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ladoona
Where is Ladoona located?
Ladoona village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladoona?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladoona is Laduna.
What is the pincode of Ladoona?
The pincode of Ladoona is 458389.
What is the population of Ladoona?
Ladoona has a total population of 6,917, including 3,538 males and 3,379 females.
How many households are there in Ladoona?
There are 1,436 households in Ladoona.
What is the literacy rate in Ladoona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladoona is 66.31%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 54.63%.