Darchiks - Kargil
Darchiks is a village situated in the Kargil tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 45 km from Kargil, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Garkon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darchiks village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darchiks is 000964. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.5 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Darchiks village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darchiks
According to the 2011 Census, Darchiks village had a total population of 624 people, including 321 males and 303 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.41%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 56.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 615.
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 | 624 | 321 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 45 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 315 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 192 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 129 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Darchiks
Darchiks 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 Darchiks
Darchiks 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kargil to Darchiks is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darchiks
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darchiks 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 Darchiks
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darchiks 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 Darchiks
Where is Darchiks located?
Darchiks village is located in Kargil Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darchiks?
The Gram Panchayat of Darchiks is Garkon.
What is the pincode of Darchiks?
The pincode of Darchiks is 194103.
What is the population of Darchiks?
Darchiks had a total population of 624, including 321 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Darchiks?
Darchiks had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darchiks?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darchiks was 63.41%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 56.17%.