Karpo Khar
Karpo Khar is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Purtikchay is the gram panchayat of Karpo Khar village.
Here you can discover what makes Karpo Khar unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Karpo Khar’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 Karpo Khar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karpo Khar is 001041. The village spans a total geographical area of 15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194103. Kargil is nearest town to Karpo Khar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karpo Khar 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 Karpo Khar
Population of Karpo Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Karpo Khar has a total population of about 133, with approximately 67 males and 66 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 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 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.13%, with male literacy at about 62.69% and female literacy near 39.39%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karpo Khar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Connectivity of Karpo Khar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karpo Khar. As per the 2011 stats, Karpo Khar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karpo Khar
Knowing the nearby villages of Karpo Khar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karpo Khar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karpo Khar
- Where is Karpo Khar located?
- Karpo Khar village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karpo Khar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karpo Khar is Purtikchay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karpo Khar?
- The pincode of Karpo Khar is 194103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karpo Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpo Khar is 133, with 67 males and 66 females.
- How many households are there in Karpo Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karpo Khar village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karpo Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpo Khar is 51.13%. The male literacy rate is 62.69%, while the female literacy rate is 39.39%.