Parkachik
Parkachik is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Parkachik village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parkachik unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Parkachik’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 Parkachik
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parkachik is 001062. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194301. Kargil is nearest town to Parkachik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Parkachik 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.
Google Map of Parkachik
Population of Parkachik
According to the 2011 Census, Parkachik has a total population of about 1,138, with approximately 606 males and 532 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 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 419. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.53%, with male literacy at about 49.17% and female literacy near 34.96%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parkachik's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 606 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 298 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 308 | 346 |
Connectivity of Parkachik
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parkachik. As per the 2011 stats, Parkachik 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 Parkachik
Knowing the nearby villages of Parkachik helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parkachik.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parkachik
- Where is Parkachik located?
- Parkachik village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parkachik?
- Parkachik serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parkachik?
- The pincode of Parkachik is 194301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parkachik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkachik is 1,138, with 606 males and 532 females.
- How many households are there in Parkachik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parkachik village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parkachik as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkachik is 42.53%. The male literacy rate is 49.17%, while the female literacy rate is 34.96%.