Ladewal - Amargarh, Malerkotla
Ladewal is a village situated in the Amargarh tehsil of Malerkotla district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Malerkotla and around 49 km from Sangrur. Laddewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ladewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladewal is 039498. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 148022 pincode. Malerkotla is the nearest town.
Ladewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malerkotla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ladewal
As per Census 2011, Ladewal village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 490 males and 452 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 490 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 349 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 141 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Ladewal
Ladewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dolewal | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Dhiro Majra | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhumsi | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Jagowal | West | 2.07 km |
| Jabbo Mazra | North | 2.41 km |
| Jalalgarh | South | 2.49 km |
| Paheri | East | 3.07 km |
| Bhurthala Mander | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Bharthala Randhawa | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Chaunda | South | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladewal
The nearest railway station is Malerkotla, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Ladewal is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Ladewal
Where is Ladewal located?
Ladewal village is located in Amargarh Tehsil, Malerkotla district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ladewal is Laddewal.
What is the pincode of Ladewal?
The pincode of Ladewal is 148022.
What is the population of Ladewal?
Ladewal has a total population of 942, including 490 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Ladewal?
There are 176 households in Ladewal.
What is the literacy rate in Ladewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladewal is 64.86%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 57.96%.