Zangla

Zangla is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 260km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Zangla village is also a gram panchayat.

Zangla 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 Zangla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Zangla is 001080. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194302. Kargil is nearest town to Zangla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 263km away.

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Population of Zangla

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 954 471 483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 58 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 953 470 483
Literate Population 506 310 196
Illiterate Population 448 161 287

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

  • The total population of Zangla village is around 954, including approximately 471 males and 483 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Zangla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Zangla village has 953 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Zangla village is about 53.04%, with male literacy at 65.82% and female literacy at 40.58%.
  • There are around 182 households in Zangla village.

Connectivity of Zangla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Zangla. As per the 2011 stats, Zangla 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 Zangla

Knowing the nearby villages of Zangla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Zangla.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zangla

Where is Zangla located?
Zangla village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zangla?
Zangla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Zangla?
The pincode of Zangla is 194302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Zangla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Zangla is 954, with 471 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Zangla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Zangla village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zangla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Zangla is 53.04%. The male literacy rate is 65.82%, while the female literacy rate is 40.58%.