Achambur
About Achambur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Achambur village is 001059. Achambur village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Kochik is the gram panchayat of Achambur village.
The total geographical area of village is 65.6 hectares. Achambur has a total population of 470 peoples, out of which male population is 246 while female population is 224. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 910 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of achambur village is 55.74% out of which 65.85% males and 44.64% females are literate. There are about 64 houses in achambur village.
When it comes to administration, Achambur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Achambur village comes under Kargil Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to achambur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 78km away.
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Population of Achambur
The population details of Achambur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 246 | 224 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 463 | 241 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 162 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 84 | 124 |
Connectivity of Achambur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Achambur
Where is Achambur located?
Achambur village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achambur?
The Gram Panchayat of Achambur is Kochik (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Achambur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Achambur is 470, with 246 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Achambur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Achambur village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achambur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Achambur is 55.74%. The male literacy rate is 65.85%, while the female literacy rate is 44.64%.