Chah - Zanskar, Kargil
Chah is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 234 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Cha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chah is 001085. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 275 km away.
Chah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chah
As per Census 2011, Chah village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 278 males and 187 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 672 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 278 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 276 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 193 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 85 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Chah
Chah is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kargil to Chah is about 275 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Chah is about 234 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chah
Where is Chah located?
Chah village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chah is Cha.
What is the pincode of Chah?
The pincode of Chah is 194302.
What is the population of Chah?
Chah has a total population of 465, including 278 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Chah?
There are 61 households in Chah.
What is the literacy rate in Chah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chah is 56.13%. Male literacy is 69.42% and female literacy is 36.36%.