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
According to the 2011 Census, Ladewal village had a total population of 942 people, including 490 males and 452 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.97%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
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 | 942 | 490 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 942, including 490 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Ladewal?
Ladewal had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ladewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladewal was 71.97%. Male literacy was 79.50% and female literacy was 63.90%.