Sangrah - Sankoo, Kargil
Sangrah is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 8 km from Sankoo and around 48 km from Kargil. Sangrah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangrah is 001039. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.5 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sangrah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sangrah
According to the 2011 Census, Sangrah village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 608 males and 575 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 56.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,159.
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 | 1,183 | 608 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,159 | 594 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 403 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 205 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Sangrah
Sangrah 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 Sangrah
Sangrah 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 | 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 Sangrah is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Sangrah is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sangrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangrah 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 Sangrah
Where is Sangrah located?
Sangrah village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangrah?
Sangrah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sangrah?
The pincode of Sangrah is 194301.
What is the population of Sangrah?
Sangrah had a total population of 1,183, including 608 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Sangrah?
Sangrah had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangrah was 66.06%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 56.29%.