Trongion - Drass, Kargil
Trongion is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 60 km from Kargil and around 60 km from Kargil. Traongjun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Trongion village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trongion is 001010. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Trongion village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Trongion
According to the 2011 Census, Trongion village had a total population of 1,094 people, including 548 males and 546 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 66.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,087.
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 | 1,094 | 548 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,087 | 544 | 543 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 386 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 162 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Trongion
Trongion 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 Trongion
Trongion 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 >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 Trongion is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trongion
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trongion 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Trongion
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trongion village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Trongion
Where is Trongion located?
Trongion village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Trongion?
The Gram Panchayat of Trongion is Traongjun.
What is the pincode of Trongion?
The pincode of Trongion is 194102.
What is the population of Trongion?
Trongion had a total population of 1,094, including 548 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Trongion?
Trongion had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trongion?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trongion was 77.76%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 66.82%.