Ladian
Ladian
لادیاں | |
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Ladian | |
| Coordinates: 32°48′06″N 74°02′03″E / 32.80167°N 74.03417°E | |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Province | Punjab |
| District | Gujrat |
| Tehsil | Kharian |
| Elevation | 277 m (909 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Ladian is a small village in Kharian Tehsil, Gujrat District, Punjab, Pakistan. It is known for its brave son Major Raja Aziz Bhatti Shaheed, who is the recipient of the Nishan-e-Haider (Lit.: Emblem of Lion), the highest military gallantry award of Pakistan. Ladian is located at 32°48'06"N 74°02'03"E
Most of the population of the village belongs to the Rajput, Gujjar and Jat castes. The other castes are Bhatti and Kashmiri. The Haqlay, Mehar, Ladi, Mian, Padhana, Khari, Chandi are Gujjar sub-castes. The name of the village refers to the Ladi caste. It is believed that the Ladis established the village and other castes migrated here subsequently.
Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy. Different types of corps are cultivated throughout the year.