Turtok

Turtok is a village located in Nubra tehsil of Leh district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 93km away from sub-district headquarter Nubra (tehsildar office) and 211km away from district headquarter Leh. As per 2009 stats, Turtuk Ii is the gram panchayat of Turtok village.

Turtok 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 Turtok

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turtok is 000913. Leh is nearest town to Turtok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 220km away.

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Population of Turtok

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,371 2,429 942
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 343 154 189
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,766 839 927
Literate Population 2,499 2,115 384
Illiterate Population 872 314 558

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

  • The total population of Turtok village is around 3,371, including approximately 2,429 males and 942 females, with a sex ratio of 387 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Turtok village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turtok village has 1,766 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Turtok village is about 74.13%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 40.76%.
  • There are around 384 households in Turtok village.

Connectivity of Turtok

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Turtok

Where is Turtok located?
Turtok village is situated in Nubra Tehsil, within the Leh district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turtok?
The Gram Panchayat of Turtok is Turtuk Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Turtok?
The pincode of Turtok is 194401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turtok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turtok is 3,371, with 2,429 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Turtok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turtok village has a total of 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turtok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turtok is 74.13%. The male literacy rate is 87.07%, while the female literacy rate is 40.76%.