Diskit
Diskit is a village located in Nubra tehsil of Leh district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Nubra (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Leh. As per 2009 stats, Deskit is the gram panchayat of Diskit village.
Here you can discover what makes Diskit unique in its vibrant Nubra-Leh region. You’ll see Diskit’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Diskit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Diskit is 000929. The village spans a total geographical area of 495.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194401. Leh is nearest town to Diskit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 118km away.
Google Map of Diskit
Population of Diskit
According to the 2011 Census, Diskit has a total population of about 1,760, with approximately 924 males and 836 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,519. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.52%, with male literacy at about 76.52% and female literacy near 59.69%. There are around 344 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Diskit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,760 | 924 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 102 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,519 | 737 | 782 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 707 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 217 | 337 |
Connectivity of Diskit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Diskit. As per the 2011 stats, Diskit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Diskit
Knowing the nearby villages of Diskit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Diskit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Diskit
- Where is Diskit located?
- Diskit village is situated in Nubra Tehsil, within the Leh district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Diskit?
- The Gram Panchayat of Diskit is Deskit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Diskit?
- The pincode of Diskit is 194401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Diskit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Diskit is 1,760, with 924 males and 836 females.
- How many households are there in Diskit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Diskit village has a total of 344 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Diskit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Diskit is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 76.52%, while the female literacy rate is 59.69%.