Zangla - Zanskar, Kargil
Zangla is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 260 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Zangla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zangla is 001080. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.8 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 263 km away.
Zangla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zangla
According to the 2011 Census, Zangla village had a total population of 954 people, including 471 males and 483 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.81%, with male literacy at 75.06% and female literacy at 45.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 953.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 471 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 953 | 470 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 310 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 161 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Zangla
Zangla 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 Zangla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Zangla.
| 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 Zangla is about 263 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Zangla 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 Zangla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zangla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zangla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zangla 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 Zangla
Where is Zangla located?
Zangla village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zangla?
Zangla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zangla?
The pincode of Zangla is 194302.
What is the population of Zangla?
Zangla had a total population of 954, including 471 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Zangla?
Zangla had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zangla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zangla was 59.81%. Male literacy was 75.06% and female literacy was 45.27%.