Karzok Village - Nyoma, Leh Ladakh
Karzok is a village situated in the Nyoma tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 220 km from Leh and around 220 km from Leh. Korzok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karzok village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karzok is 000899. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares and falls under the 194202 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Karzok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karzok
As per Census 2011, Karzok village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 673 males and 618 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 931 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karzok are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 673 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 931 | 485 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 292 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 381 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Karzok
Karzok 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 Karzok
Karzok is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Leh to Karzok is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Karzok is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karzok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karzok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karzok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karzok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karzok
Where is Karzok located?
Karzok village is located in Nyoma Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karzok?
The Gram Panchayat of Karzok is Korzok.
What is the pincode of Karzok?
The pincode of Karzok is 194202.
What is the population of Karzok?
Karzok has a total population of 1,291, including 673 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Karzok?
There are 253 households in Karzok.
What is the literacy rate in Karzok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karzok is 39.81%. Male literacy is 43.39% and female literacy is 35.92%.