Phey
Phey is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 234km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Phay is the gram panchayat of Phey village.
Here you can discover what makes Phey unique in its vibrant Zanskar-Kargil region. You’ll see Phey’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 Phey
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phey is 001068. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.8 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Phey village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 255km away.
Google Map of Phey
Population of Phey
According to the 2011 Census, Phey has a total population of about 509, with approximately 246 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 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 507. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.97%, with male literacy at about 71.14% and female literacy near 43.73%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Phey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 509 | 246 | 263 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 245 | 262 |
Literate Population | 290 | 175 | 115 |
Illiterate Population | 219 | 71 | 148 |
Connectivity of Phey
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phey. As per the 2011 stats, Phey had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Phey
Knowing the nearby villages of Phey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Phey
- Where is Phey located?
- Phey village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Phey?
- The Gram Panchayat of Phey is Phay (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Phey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phey is 509, with 246 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Phey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Phey village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Phey as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phey is 56.97%. The male literacy rate is 71.14%, while the female literacy rate is 43.73%.