Youlboo - Drass, Kargil
Youlboo 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. Gindayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Youlboo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Youlboo is 001011. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.6 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Youlboo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Youlboo
According to the 2011 Census, Youlboo village had a total population of 763 people, including 409 males and 354 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.16%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 763.
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 | 763 | 409 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 409 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 291 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Youlboo
Youlboo 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 Youlboo
Youlboo 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 Youlboo 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 Youlboo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Youlboo 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 Youlboo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Youlboo 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 Youlboo
Where is Youlboo located?
Youlboo village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Youlboo?
The Gram Panchayat of Youlboo is Gindayal.
What is the pincode of Youlboo?
The pincode of Youlboo is 194102.
What is the population of Youlboo?
Youlboo had a total population of 763, including 409 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Youlboo?
Youlboo had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Youlboo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Youlboo was 76.16%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 61.45%.