Icher

Icher is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 230km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Raru Money is the gram panchayat of Icher village.

Icher 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 Icher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Icher is 001086. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.4 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Icher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 270km away.

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Population of Icher

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 249 137 112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 17 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 244 133 111
Literate Population 136 94 42
Illiterate Population 113 43 70

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

  • The total population of Icher village is around 249, including approximately 137 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Icher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Icher village has 244 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Icher village is about 54.62%, with male literacy at 68.61% and female literacy at 37.50%.
  • There are around 43 households in Icher village.

Connectivity of Icher

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Icher

Where is Icher located?
Icher village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Icher?
The Gram Panchayat of Icher is Raru Money (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Icher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Icher is 249, with 137 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Icher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Icher village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Icher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Icher is 54.62%. The male literacy rate is 68.61%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.