Skamboo - Shergole, Kargil
Skamboo is a village situated in the Shergole tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kargil and around 20 km from Kargil. Skamboo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Skamboo is 000993. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.6 hectares and falls under the 194109 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Skamboo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Skamboo
According to the 2011 Census, Skamboo village had a total population of 623 people, including 307 males and 316 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 86.30% and female literacy at 63.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 557.
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 | 623 | 307 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 278 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 233 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 74 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Skamboo
Skamboo 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 Skamboo
Skamboo 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 Skamboo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Skamboo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Skamboo 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 Skamboo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Skamboo 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 Skamboo
Where is Skamboo located?
Skamboo village is located in Shergole Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Skamboo?
Skamboo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Skamboo?
The pincode of Skamboo is 194109.
What is the population of Skamboo?
Skamboo had a total population of 623, including 307 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Skamboo?
Skamboo had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Skamboo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Skamboo was 74.59%. Male literacy was 86.30% and female literacy was 63.18%.