Kargyak - Zanskar, Kargil
Kargyak is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 234 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Testa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kargyak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kargyak is 001088. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 300 km away.
Kargyak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kargyak
As per Census 2011, Kargyak village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 217 males and 212 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kargyak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 217 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 113 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 104 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Kargyak
Kargyak 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 Kargyak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kargyak.
| 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 Kargyak is about 300 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Kargyak 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 Kargyak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kargyak 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 Kargyak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kargyak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kargyak
Where is Kargyak located?
Kargyak village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kargyak?
The Gram Panchayat of Kargyak is Testa.
What is the pincode of Kargyak?
The pincode of Kargyak is 194302.
What is the population of Kargyak?
Kargyak has a total population of 429, including 217 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Kargyak?
There are 74 households in Kargyak.
What is the literacy rate in Kargyak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kargyak is 40.56%. Male literacy is 52.07% and female literacy is 28.77%.