Numunchey - Shergole, Kargil
Numunchey is a village situated in the Shergole tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 29 km from Kargil and around 29 km from Kargil. Lotchum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Numunchey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Numunchey is 000992. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.3 hectares and falls under the 194109 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Numunchey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Numunchey
According to the 2011 Census, Numunchey village had a total population of 199 people, including 100 males and 99 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 51.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 73 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 27 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Numunchey
Numunchey 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 Numunchey
Numunchey is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Numunchey is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Numunchey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Numunchey 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 Numunchey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Numunchey 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 Numunchey
Where is Numunchey located?
Numunchey village is located in Shergole Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Numunchey?
The Gram Panchayat of Numunchey is Lotchum.
What is the pincode of Numunchey?
The pincode of Numunchey is 194109.
What is the population of Numunchey?
Numunchey had a total population of 199, including 100 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Numunchey?
Numunchey had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Numunchey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Numunchey was 69.09%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 51.90%.