Ladha Munda - Batala, Gurdaspur
Ladha Munda is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Ladha Munda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladha Munda is 028594. The village covers a total geographical area of 864 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Ladha Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladha Munda
As per Census 2011, Ladha Munda village has a total population of 3,258 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,548 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,143 literate and 1,115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladha Munda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,258 | 1,710 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 217 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,177 | 595 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 2,143 | 1,178 | 965 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 532 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Ladha Munda
Ladha Munda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gande Ke | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Madra | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Johal | East | 2.43 km |
| Ainokot | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Chone | West | 2.88 km |
| Attepur | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Pero Shah | West | 3.70 km |
| Dhira | North | 3.71 km |
| Bhagtupur | East | 3.74 km |
| Boja | South-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladha Munda
Ladha Munda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Ladha Munda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ladha Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladha Munda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ladha Munda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladha Munda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ladha Munda
Where is Ladha Munda located?
Ladha Munda village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladha Munda?
Ladha Munda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladha Munda?
The pincode of Ladha Munda is 143506.
What is the population of Ladha Munda?
Ladha Munda has a total population of 3,258, including 1,710 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Ladha Munda?
There are 620 households in Ladha Munda.
What is the literacy rate in Ladha Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladha Munda is 65.78%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 62.34%.