Achambur

Achambur is a village 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.

Achambur has its own place in the vibrant Kargil region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Achambur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Achambur is 001059. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.6 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Achambur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 78km away.

When it comes to local governance, Achambur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kargil Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Achambur

Below is a concise population overview of Achambur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 470 246 224
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 37 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 463 241 222
Literate Population 262 162 100
Illiterate Population 208 84 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Achambur village:

  • The total population of Achambur village is around 470, including approximately 246 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Achambur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Achambur village has 463 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Achambur village is about 55.74%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 44.64%.
  • There are around 64 households in Achambur village.

Connectivity of Achambur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Achambur. As per the 2011 stats, Achambur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Achambur

Knowing the nearby villages of Achambur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Achambur.

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%.