Lankarchey - Sankoo, Kargil
Lankarchey is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 5 km from Sankoo and around 35 km from Kargil. Lankerchay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankarchey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankarchey is 001035. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.76 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lankarchey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lankarchey
As per Census 2011, Lankarchey village has a total population of 2,425 people, consisting of 1,222 males and 1,203 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,198 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,245 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankarchey are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,222 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 184 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,245 | 1,124 | 1,121 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 749 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 473 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Lankarchey
Lankarchey 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 Lankarchey
Lankarchey 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 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 Lankarchey is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankarchey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankarchey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lankarchey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankarchey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lankarchey
Where is Lankarchey located?
Lankarchey village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankarchey?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankarchey is Lankerchay.
What is the pincode of Lankarchey?
The pincode of Lankarchey is 194301.
What is the population of Lankarchey?
Lankarchey has a total population of 2,425, including 1,222 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Lankarchey?
There are 321 households in Lankarchey.
What is the literacy rate in Lankarchey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankarchey is 49.40%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 37.32%.