Lalton - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Lalton is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Lalton Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalton is 033590. The village covers a total geographical area of 1119 hectares and falls under the 142022 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Lalton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalton
According to the 2011 Census, Lalton village had a total population of 4,954 people, including 2,596 males and 2,358 females, living in 970 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.50%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 76.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,912.
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 | 4,954 | 2,596 | 2,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 284 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,912 | 995 | 917 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,559 | 1,944 | 1,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 652 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Lalton
Lalton 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 Lalton
Lalton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lalton.
| 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 Ludhiana to Lalton is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalton 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 Lalton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalton 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalton
Where is Lalton located?
Lalton village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lalton?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalton is Lalton Kalan.
What is the pincode of Lalton?
The pincode of Lalton is 142022.
What is the population of Lalton?
Lalton had a total population of 4,954, including 2,596 males and 2,358 females.
How many households are there in Lalton?
Lalton had 970 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalton was 80.50%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 76.58%.