Khardong

Khardong is a village located in Nubra tehsil of Leh district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Nubra (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Leh. As per 2009 stats, Khardong village is also a gram panchayat.

Khardong has its own place in the vibrant Leh 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 Khardong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khardong is 000935. The village spans a total geographical area of 587.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194401. Leh is nearest town to Khardong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.

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Population of Khardong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 468 227 241
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 19 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 466 225 241
Literate Population 154 97 57
Illiterate Population 314 130 184

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

  • The total population of Khardong village is around 468, including approximately 227 males and 241 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Khardong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khardong village has 466 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khardong village is about 32.91%, with male literacy at 42.73% and female literacy at 23.65%.
  • There are around 144 households in Khardong village.

Connectivity of Khardong

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

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

Chamshan Charasa Tiggar Sumoor Lakjung Khalsar Digger Khemakhungiu Tangyar Dah Hanoo Temisgam

Frequently Asked Questions about Khardong

Where is Khardong located?
Khardong village is situated in Nubra Tehsil, within the Leh district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardong?
Khardong serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khardong?
The pincode of Khardong is 194401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khardong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khardong is 468, with 227 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Khardong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khardong village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khardong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khardong is 32.91%. The male literacy rate is 42.73%, while the female literacy rate is 23.65%.