Zanskar
Zanskar is a Town and Tehsil in Kargil District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Zanskar Block (CD) is 00015. The total area of Zanskar Tehsil is 43 km². Zanskar has a sex ratio of approximately 968 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Zanskar Tehsil
Zanskar Tehsil has a total of 25 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Zanskar Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abran | Abran | Kargil (250 km) |
| 2 | Akshow | Abran | Kargil (155 km) |
| 3 | Ating | Phay | Kargil (204 km) |
| 4 | Chah | Cha | Kargil (275 km) |
| 5 | Hamiling | Abran | Kargil (260 km) |
| 6 | Icher | Raru Money | Kargil (270 km) |
| 7 | Kargyak | Testa | Kargil (300 km) |
| 8 | Karshah | Karsha | Kargil (235 km) |
| 9 | Lungmi Rezing | Karsha | Kargil (240 km) |
| 10 | Padam | Padum | Kargil (234 km) |
| 11 | Phey | Phay | Kargil (255 km) |
| 12 | Pipcha | Raru Money | Kargil (245 km) |
| 13 | Rantaq Shah | Phay | Kargil (253 km) |
| 14 | Remala Skyagam | Abran | Kargil (255 km) |
| 15 | Ruru Moony | Raru Money | Kargil (265 km) |
| 16 | Salapi Ruruk | Upti Pipiting | Kargil (223 km) |
| 17 | Selapigai Pak | Salapi | Kargil (223 km) |
| 18 | Seni | Salapi | Kargil (10 km) |
| 19 | Shan Shaday | Cha | Kargil (200 km) |
| 20 | Tangday Kumi | Stongday | Kargil (235 km) |
| 21 | Techa Khasar | Tongri | Kargil (237 km) |
| 22 | Testa | Testa | Kargil (290 km) |
| 23 | Tonrian Thagan | Tongri | Kargil (235 km) |
| 24 | Upti Pipiting | Upti Pipiting | Kargil (222 km) |
| 25 | Zangla | Zangla | Kargil (263 km) |
Population of Zanskar Tehsil
The population profile of Zanskar Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Zanskar Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,793 | 13,793 | N/A |
| Male Population | 7,008 | 7,008 | N/A |
| Female Population | 6,785 | 6,785 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,908 | 1,908 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 980 | 980 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 928 | 928 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,099 | 7,099 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 4,445 | 4,445 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 2,654 | 2,654 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 6,694 | 6,694 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,563 | 2,563 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,131 | 4,131 | N/A |
| Total Households | 2,327 | 2,327 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 13,793 people. Includes nearly 7,008 males and 6,785 females. Rural population is about 13,793 people.
- There are around 1,908 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 980 boys and 928 girls.
- Literate population is about 7,099 people. Non-literate population is around 6,694 people.
- There are nearly 2,327 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Zanskar Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 13,677 | 13,677 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 6,941 | 6,941 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 6,736 | 6,736 | N/A |
| Population Density | 320 / km² | 320 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Zanskar Tehsil is about 13,677 people, including 6,941 males and 6,736 females. Around 13,677 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 320 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 320 people per sq. km.