Chiktan - Shakar Chiktan, Kargil
Chiktan is a village situated in the Shakar Chiktan tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 60 km from Kargil and around 60 km from Kargil. Chiktan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiktan is 000986. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.9 hectares and falls under the 194109 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chiktan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chiktan
As per Census 2011, Chiktan village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 664 males and 621 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiktan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 664 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 86 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,283 | 662 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 472 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 192 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Chiktan
Chiktan 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 Chiktan
Chiktan 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 Chiktan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiktan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiktan 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 Chiktan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiktan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chiktan
Where is Chiktan located?
Chiktan village is located in Shakar Chiktan Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiktan?
Chiktan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chiktan?
The pincode of Chiktan is 194109.
What is the population of Chiktan?
Chiktan has a total population of 1,285, including 664 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Chiktan?
There are 180 households in Chiktan.
What is the literacy rate in Chiktan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiktan is 59.77%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 47.67%.