Sanku
Sanku is a Town and Tehsil in Kargil District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Sanku Block (CD) is 00014. The total area of Sanku Tehsil is 60 km². Sanku has a sex ratio of approximately 899 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Sanku Tehsil
Sanku Tehsil has a total of 36 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Sanku Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achambur | Kochik | Kargil (78 km) |
| 2 | Barsoo | Barsoo | Kargil (50 km) |
| 3 | Barto | Bartoo | Kargil (36 km) |
| 4 | Chosker Suru | Panikhar | Kargil (61 km) |
| 5 | Farona | Faroona | Kargil (20 km) |
| 6 | Gund Mangl Pur | G M Pore A | Kargil (22 km) |
| 7 | Gyaling | Purtikchay | Kargil (53 km) |
| 8 | Itchoo | Bartoo | Kargil (75 km) |
| 9 | Kanor | Kanore | Kargil (21 km) |
| 10 | Karchey Khar | Karchy Khar | Kargil (45 km) |
| 11 | Kargi | Tai Suru | Kargil (63 km) |
| 12 | Karpo Khar | Purtikchay | Kargil (50 km) |
| 13 | Khandi | Tiket | Kargil (67 km) |
| 14 | Khows | Khawos | Kargil (52 km) |
| 15 | Kochik | Kochik | Kargil (55 km) |
| 16 | Lankarchey | Lankerchay | Kargil (35 km) |
| 17 | Nagmakusar | Nangma Kussar | Kargil (30 km) |
| 18 | Namsuru | Nam Suru | Kargil (45 km) |
| 19 | Panikhar | Panikhar | Kargil (70 km) |
| 20 | Parkachik | Parkachik | Kargil (52 km) |
| 21 | Pranti | Panikhar | Kargil (67 km) |
| 22 | Purtikchy | Purtikchay | Kargil (55 km) |
| 23 | Rangdum | Parkachik | Kargil (130 km) |
| 24 | Saleskot | Salikote A | Kargil (22 km) |
| 25 | Sangra | Sangrah | Kargil (40 km) |
| 26 | Shergandi | Bartoo | Kargil (30 km) |
| 27 | Stakpa | Stakpa | Kargil (44 km) |
| 28 | Tai Suru | Tai Suru | Kargil (50 km) |
| 29 | Tambis | Tambis A | Kargil (20 km) |
| 30 | Tangol | Tangole | Kargil (56 km) |
| 31 | Thang Dumbur | Thang Dumbur | Kargil (40 km) |
| 32 | Thasgam Thaine | Thasgam Thuina A | Kargil (30 km) |
| 33 | Thuls Pursa | Kochik | Kargil (74 km) |
| 34 | Tres Pone | Trespone A | Kargil (20 km) |
| 35 | Umba | Umba | Kargil (52 km) |
| 36 | Yuljuk | Youljuk | Kargil (60 km) |
Population of Sanku Tehsil
The population profile of Sanku Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Sanku Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,548 | 40,548 | N/A |
| Male Population | 21,346 | 21,346 | N/A |
| Female Population | 19,202 | 19,202 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,343 | 6,343 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,203 | 3,203 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,140 | 3,140 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 21,886 | 21,886 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,719 | 13,719 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,167 | 8,167 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 18,662 | 18,662 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,627 | 7,627 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,035 | 11,035 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,144 | 5,144 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 40,548 people. Includes nearly 21,346 males and 19,202 females. Rural population is about 40,548 people.
- There are around 6,343 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,203 boys and 3,140 girls.
- Literate population is about 21,886 people. Non-literate population is around 18,662 people.
- There are nearly 5,144 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Sanku Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 36,475 | 36,475 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 18,657 | 18,657 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 17,818 | 17,818 | N/A |
| Population Density | 670 / km² | 670 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sanku Tehsil is about 36,475 people, including 18,657 males and 17,818 females. Around 36,475 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 670 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 670 people per sq. km.