Throungos - Drass, Kargil
Throungos is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 49 km from Kargil and around 49 km from Kargil. Chowkiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Throungos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Throungos is 000999. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.3 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Throungos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Throungos
According to the 2011 Census, Throungos village had a total population of 413 people, including 211 males and 202 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
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 | 413 | 211 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 193 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 147 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 64 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Throungos
Throungos 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 Throungos
Throungos is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Throungos is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Throungos is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Throungos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Throungos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Throungos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Throungos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Throungos
Where is Throungos located?
Throungos village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Throungos?
The Gram Panchayat of Throungos is Chowkiyal.
What is the pincode of Throungos?
The pincode of Throungos is 194102.
What is the population of Throungos?
Throungos had a total population of 413, including 211 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Throungos?
Throungos had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Throungos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Throungos was 73.20%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 63.31%.