Kargi
Kargi is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Tai Suru is the gram panchayat of Kargi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kargi unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Kargi’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 Kargi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kargi is 001052. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Kargi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kargi 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.
Google Map of Kargi
Population of Kargi
According to the 2011 Census, Kargi has a total population of about 566, with approximately 295 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 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 463. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.24%, with male literacy at about 72.54% and female literacy near 40.59%. There are around 83 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kargi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 295 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 244 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 214 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 81 | 161 |
Connectivity of Kargi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kargi. As per the 2011 stats, Kargi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kargi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kargi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kargi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kargi
- Where is Kargi located?
- Kargi village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kargi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kargi is Tai Suru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kargi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kargi is 566, with 295 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Kargi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kargi village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kargi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kargi is 57.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 40.59%.