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.

Phey 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 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.

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Population of Phey

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Phey village is around 509, including approximately 246 males and 263 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Phey village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Phey village has 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Phey village is about 56.97%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 43.73%.
  • There are around 84 households in Phey village.

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)
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.

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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%.