Karchey Khar - Sankoo, Kargil
Karchey Khar is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 5 km from Sankoo and around 45 km from Kargil. Karchy Khar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karchey Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchey Khar is 001042. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.3 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karchey Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karchey Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Karchey Khar village had a total population of 942 people, including 487 males and 455 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.53%, with male literacy at 65.57% and female literacy at 49.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 939.
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 | 942 | 487 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 939 | 486 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 259 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 228 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Karchey Khar
Karchey Khar 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 Karchey Khar
Karchey Khar 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 Karchey Khar 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 Karchey Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchey Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karchey Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchey Khar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karchey Khar
Where is Karchey Khar located?
Karchey Khar village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karchey Khar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karchey Khar is Karchy Khar.
What is the pincode of Karchey Khar?
The pincode of Karchey Khar is 194301.
What is the population of Karchey Khar?
Karchey Khar had a total population of 942, including 487 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Karchey Khar?
Karchey Khar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchey Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchey Khar was 57.53%. Male literacy was 65.57% and female literacy was 49.21%.