Kharboo - Drass, Kargil
Kharboo is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 36 km from Kargil and around 36 km from Kargil. Kharboo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharboo is 000978. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kharboo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharboo
According to the 2011 Census, Kharboo village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 566 males and 508 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 93.58% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,064.
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 | 1,074 | 566 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 114 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 559 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 423 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 143 | 229 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharboo
Kharboo 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kargil to Kharboo is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Kharboo is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharboo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharboo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharboo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharboo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharboo
Where is Kharboo located?
Kharboo village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharboo?
Kharboo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharboo?
The pincode of Kharboo is 194103.
What is the population of Kharboo?
Kharboo had a total population of 1,074, including 566 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Kharboo?
Kharboo had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharboo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharboo was 79.23%. Male literacy was 93.58% and female literacy was 64.29%.