Lankarchey
Lankarchey is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Lankerchay is the gram panchayat of Lankarchey village.
Here you can discover what makes Lankarchey unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Lankarchey’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 Lankarchey
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lankarchey is 001035. The village spans a total geographical area of 358.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194703. Kargil is nearest town to Lankarchey village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lankarchey 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 Lankarchey
Population of Lankarchey
According to the 2011 Census, Lankarchey has a total population of about 2,425, with approximately 1,222 males and 1,203 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 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 2,245. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.40%, with male literacy at about 61.29% and female literacy near 37.32%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lankarchey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,222 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 184 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,245 | 1,124 | 1,121 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 749 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 473 | 754 |
Connectivity of Lankarchey
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lankarchey. As per the 2011 stats, Lankarchey 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lankarchey
Knowing the nearby villages of Lankarchey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lankarchey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lankarchey
- Where is Lankarchey located?
- Lankarchey village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lankarchey?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lankarchey is Lankerchay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lankarchey?
- The pincode of Lankarchey is 194703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lankarchey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lankarchey is 2,425, with 1,222 males and 1,203 females.
- How many households are there in Lankarchey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lankarchey village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lankarchey as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lankarchey is 49.40%. The male literacy rate is 61.29%, while the female literacy rate is 37.32%.