Chah

Chah is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 234km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Cha is the gram panchayat of Chah village.

Chah 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 Chah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chah is 001085. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Chah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 275km away.

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Population of Chah

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 465 278 187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 26 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 463 276 187
Literate Population 261 193 68
Illiterate Population 204 85 119

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

  • The total population of Chah village is around 465, including approximately 278 males and 187 females, with a sex ratio of 672 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Chah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chah village has 463 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chah village is about 56.13%, with male literacy at 69.42% and female literacy at 36.36%.
  • There are around 61 households in Chah village.

Connectivity of Chah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chah. As per the 2011 stats, Chah 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 Chah

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

Zangla Tangday Kumi Pipcha Shan Shaday Ruru Moony Icher Testa Kargyak Mandhar Shahpur Aslam Abad

Frequently Asked Questions about Chah

Where is Chah located?
Chah village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chah is Cha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chah is 465, with 278 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Chah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chah village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chah is 56.13%. The male literacy rate is 69.42%, while the female literacy rate is 36.36%.