Abran

Abran is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Abran village is also a gram panchayat.

Abran has its own place in the vibrant Kargil region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Abran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Abran is 001065. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.6 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Abran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 250km away.

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Population of Abran

Below is a concise population overview of Abran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 418 211 207
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 29 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 417 211 206
Literate Population 145 89 56
Illiterate Population 273 122 151

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Abran village:

  • The total population of Abran village is around 418, including approximately 211 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Abran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Abran village has 417 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Abran village is about 34.69%, with male literacy at 42.18% and female literacy at 27.05%.
  • There are around 71 households in Abran village.

Connectivity of Abran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Abran. As per the 2011 stats, Abran 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Abran

Knowing the nearby villages of Abran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Abran.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Abran

Where is Abran located?
Abran village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abran?
Abran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Abran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Abran is 418, with 211 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Abran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Abran village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Abran is 34.69%. The male literacy rate is 42.18%, while the female literacy rate is 27.05%.