Karit - Shergole, Kargil
Karit is a village situated in the Shergole tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kargil and around 40 km from Kargil. Tacha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karit is 000982. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.5 hectares and falls under the 194109 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Karit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karit
According to the 2011 Census, Karit village had a total population of 526 people, including 260 males and 266 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 58.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
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 | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 181 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 79 | 138 |
Transport and Connectivity of Karit
Karit 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 Karit is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Karit is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karit 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 Karit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karit 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 Karit
Where is Karit located?
Karit village is located in Shergole Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karit?
The Gram Panchayat of Karit is Tacha.
What is the pincode of Karit?
The pincode of Karit is 194109.
What is the population of Karit?
Karit had a total population of 526, including 260 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Karit?
Karit had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karit was 70.87%. Male literacy was 83.80% and female literacy was 58.18%.