Shargandi - Sankoo, Kargil
Shargandi is a village situated in the Sankoo tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 30 km from Sankoo and around 70 km from Kargil. Bartoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shargandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shargandi is 001045. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.8 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shargandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shargandi
According to the 2011 Census, Shargandi village had a total population of 283 people, including 134 males and 149 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 65.81% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 283 | 134 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 134 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 57 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Shargandi
Shargandi 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 Shargandi
Public transport in the Shargandi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shargandi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Shargandi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shargandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shargandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shargandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shargandi 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 Shargandi
Where is Shargandi located?
Shargandi village is located in Sankoo Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shargandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shargandi is Bartoo.
What is the pincode of Shargandi?
The pincode of Shargandi is 194301.
What is the population of Shargandi?
Shargandi had a total population of 283, including 134 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Shargandi?
Shargandi had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shargandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shargandi was 61.29%. Male literacy was 65.81% and female literacy was 57.25%.