Kargyak
Kargyak is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 234km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Testa is the gram panchayat of Kargyak village.
Here you can discover what makes Kargyak unique in its vibrant Zanskar-Kargil region. You’ll see Kargyak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kargyak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kargyak is 001088. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Kargyak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 300km away.
Google Map of Kargyak
Population of Kargyak
According to the 2011 Census, Kargyak has a total population of about 429, with approximately 217 males and 212 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 424. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.56%, with male literacy at about 52.07% and female literacy near 28.77%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kargyak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 217 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 113 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 104 | 151 |
Connectivity of Kargyak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kargyak. As per the 2011 stats, Kargyak 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 Kargyak
Knowing the nearby villages of Kargyak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kargyak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kargyak
- Where is Kargyak located?
- Kargyak village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kargyak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kargyak is Testa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kargyak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kargyak is 429, with 217 males and 212 females.
- How many households are there in Kargyak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kargyak village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kargyak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kargyak is 40.56%. The male literacy rate is 52.07%, while the female literacy rate is 28.77%.