Barsoo - Sankoo, Kargil
Barsoo is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 10 km from Sankoo and around 50 km from Kargil. Barsoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsoo is 001043. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Barsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Barsoo village had a total population of 1,602 people, including 836 males and 766 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.87%, with male literacy at 74.86% and female literacy at 56.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,589.
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 | 1,602 | 836 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 128 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 826 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 530 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 306 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Barsoo
Barsoo 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 Barsoo
Barsoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barsoo is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsoo 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 Barsoo
Where is Barsoo located?
Barsoo village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsoo?
Barsoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barsoo?
The pincode of Barsoo is 194301.
What is the population of Barsoo?
Barsoo had a total population of 1,602, including 836 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Barsoo?
Barsoo had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsoo was 65.87%. Male literacy was 74.86% and female literacy was 56.40%.