Printee - Taisuru, Kargil
Printee is a village situated in the Taisuru tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 25 km from Sankoo and around 67 km from Kargil. Panikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Printee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Printee is 001053. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.3 hectares and falls under the 194303 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Printee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Printee
According to the 2011 Census, Printee village had a total population of 518 people, including 262 males and 256 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.37%, with male literacy at 92.69% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
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 | 518 | 262 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 261 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 203 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Printee
Printee 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 Printee
Printee 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 | 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 Printee is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Printee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Printee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Printee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Printee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Printee
Where is Printee located?
Printee village is located in Taisuru Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Printee?
The Gram Panchayat of Printee is Panikhar.
What is the pincode of Printee?
The pincode of Printee is 194303.
What is the population of Printee?
Printee had a total population of 518, including 262 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Printee?
Printee had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Printee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Printee was 83.37%. Male literacy was 92.69% and female literacy was 74.09%.