Faroona - Sankoo, Kargil
Faroona is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 14 km from Sanskoo and around 26 km from Kargil. Faroona village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faroona is 001034. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.1 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Faroona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Faroona
According to the 2011 Census, Faroona village had a total population of 893 people, including 471 males and 422 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.01%, with male literacy at 78.47% and female literacy at 43.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 888.
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 | 893 | 471 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 888 | 468 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 317 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 154 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Faroona
Faroona 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 Faroona
Faroona 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 >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 Faroona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Faroona is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faroona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faroona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Faroona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faroona 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 Faroona
Where is Faroona located?
Faroona village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Faroona?
Faroona is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Faroona?
The pincode of Faroona is 194103.
What is the population of Faroona?
Faroona had a total population of 893, including 471 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Faroona?
Faroona had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Faroona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faroona was 62.01%. Male literacy was 78.47% and female literacy was 43.65%.