Purtikchy
About Purtikchy
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purtikchy village is 001049. Purtikchy village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km 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 Purtikchy village.
The total geographical area of village is 271.5 hectares. Purtikchy has a total population of 963 peoples, out of which male population is 472 while female population is 491. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purtikchy village is 44.34% out of which 51.48% males and 37.47% females are literate. There are about 133 houses in purtikchy village. Pincode of purtikchy village locality is 194301.
When it comes to administration, Purtikchy village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purtikchy village comes under Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to purtikchy village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Purtikchy
The population details of Purtikchy cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 472 | 491 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 957 | 470 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 243 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 229 | 307 |
Connectivity of Purtikchy
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purtikchy
Where is Purtikchy located?
Purtikchy village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purtikchy?
The Gram Panchayat of Purtikchy is Purtikchay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purtikchy?
The pincode of Purtikchy is 194301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purtikchy as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purtikchy is 963, with 472 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Purtikchy as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purtikchy village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purtikchy as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purtikchy is 44.34%. The male literacy rate is 51.48%, while the female literacy rate is 37.47%.