Gyaling

Gyaling is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Purtikchay is the gram panchayat of Gyaling village.

Here you can discover what makes Gyaling unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Gyaling’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gyaling

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gyaling is 001048. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.6 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Gyaling village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gyaling 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 Zanskar 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 Gyaling

According to the 2011 Census, Gyaling has a total population of about 271, with approximately 141 males and 130 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 233. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.66%, with male literacy at about 63.12% and female literacy near 39.23%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gyaling's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 271 141 130
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 22 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 233 120 113
Literate Population 140 89 51
Illiterate Population 131 52 79

Connectivity of Gyaling

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gyaling

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gyaling

Where is Gyaling located?
Gyaling village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gyaling?
The Gram Panchayat of Gyaling is Purtikchay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gyaling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gyaling is 271, with 141 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Gyaling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gyaling village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gyaling as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gyaling is 51.66%. The male literacy rate is 63.12%, while the female literacy rate is 39.23%.