Choskore - Kargil
Choskore is a village situated in the Kargil tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 12 km from Kargil, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Choskore- A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choskore village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choskore is 000994. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.1 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Choskore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choskore
According to the 2011 Census, Choskore village had a total population of 3,430 people, including 1,723 males and 1,707 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 79.99% and female literacy at 56.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,044.
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 | 3,430 | 1,723 | 1,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 284 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,044 | 1,530 | 1,514 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,151 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,492 | 572 | 920 |
Transport and Connectivity of Choskore
Choskore 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 Choskore is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choskore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choskore 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 Choskore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choskore 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 Choskore
Where is Choskore located?
Choskore village is located in Kargil Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choskore?
The Gram Panchayat of Choskore is Choskore- A.
What is the pincode of Choskore?
The pincode of Choskore is 194103.
What is the population of Choskore?
Choskore had a total population of 3,430, including 1,723 males and 1,707 females.
How many households are there in Choskore?
Choskore had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choskore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choskore was 68.24%. Male literacy was 79.99% and female literacy was 56.17%.