Testa - Zanskar, Kargil
Testa is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 260 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Testa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Testa is 001087. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.8 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 290 km away.
Testa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Testa
As per Census 2011, Testa village has a total population of 460 people, consisting of 237 males and 223 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Testa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 237 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 152 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 85 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Testa
Testa 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 Testa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Testa.
| 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 Testa is about 290 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Testa is about 260 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Testa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Testa 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 Testa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Testa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Testa
Where is Testa located?
Testa village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Testa?
Testa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Testa?
The pincode of Testa is 194302.
What is the population of Testa?
Testa has a total population of 460, including 237 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Testa?
There are 71 households in Testa.
What is the literacy rate in Testa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Testa is 52.61%. Male literacy is 64.14% and female literacy is 40.36%.