Saliskote - Sankoo, Kargil
Saliskote is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 18 km from Sankoo and around 22 km from Kargil. Salikote-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saliskote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliskote is 001029. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.8 hectares and falls under the 194103 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Saliskote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saliskote
According to the 2011 Census, Saliskote village had a total population of 3,605 people, including 2,443 males and 1,162 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 476 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.58%, with male literacy at 90.33% and female literacy at 51.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,355.
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 | 3,605 | 2,443 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 199 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,355 | 1,244 | 1,111 |
| Literate Population | 2,542 | 2,027 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 416 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Saliskote
Saliskote 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 Saliskote
Saliskote 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 | 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 Saliskote is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saliskote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliskote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saliskote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saliskote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saliskote
Where is Saliskote located?
Saliskote village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saliskote?
The Gram Panchayat of Saliskote is Salikote-a.
What is the pincode of Saliskote?
The pincode of Saliskote is 194103.
What is the population of Saliskote?
Saliskote had a total population of 3,605, including 2,443 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Saliskote?
Saliskote had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saliskote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliskote was 78.58%. Male literacy was 90.33% and female literacy was 51.97%.