Karpokhar - Sankoo, Kargil
Karpokhar is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 8 km from Sankoo and around 50 km from Kargil. Purtikchay serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Karpokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpokhar is 001041. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karpokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karpokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Karpokhar village had a total population of 133 people, including 67 males and 66 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.65%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Karpokhar
Karpokhar 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 Karpokhar
Karpokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karpokhar 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 Karpokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karpokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpokhar 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 Karpokhar
Where is Karpokhar located?
Karpokhar village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Karpokhar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Karpokhar is Purtikchay.
What is the pincode of Karpokhar?
The pincode of Karpokhar is 194301.
What is the population of Karpokhar?
Karpokhar had a total population of 133, including 67 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Karpokhar?
Karpokhar had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpokhar was 59.65%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 48.15%.