Ladian
Ladian
Place in Punjab, Pakistan
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 [1]
Most of the population of the village belongs to the Rajput, Gujjar and Jat castes. The other prevailing casts are Bhatti and Kashmiri. The Haqlay, Mehar, Ladi, Mians, Padhanas, Kharis, Chandi are the sub casts of Gujjars. The name of the village is in reference to the Ladi cast. It is believed that the Ladis established this village and other casts migrated here subsequently.
Agricultural gains are the mainstay of economy. Different types of corps are cultivated throughout the entire year.