Gindiyal - Drass, Kargil
Gindiyal is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 52 km from Kargil and around 52 km from Kargil. Gindayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gindiyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gindiyal is 001001. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.2 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gindiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gindiyal
According to the 2011 Census, Gindiyal village had a total population of 676 people, including 350 males and 326 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.17%, with male literacy at 91.64% and female literacy at 72.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 671.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 350 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 671 | 347 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 263 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 87 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Gindiyal
Gindiyal 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 Gindiyal
Gindiyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kargil to Gindiyal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gindiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gindiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gindiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gindiyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gindiyal
Where is Gindiyal located?
Gindiyal village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gindiyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gindiyal is Gindayal.
What is the pincode of Gindiyal?
The pincode of Gindiyal is 194102.
What is the population of Gindiyal?
Gindiyal had a total population of 676, including 350 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Gindiyal?
Gindiyal had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gindiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gindiyal was 82.17%. Male literacy was 91.64% and female literacy was 72.26%.