Abran - Zanskar, Kargil
Abran is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Abran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abran is 001065. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.6 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 250 km away.
Abran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abran
As per Census 2011, Abran village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 211 males and 207 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 211 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 89 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 122 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Abran
Abran 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 Abran
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Abran.
| 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 Abran is about 250 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Abran is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abran 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 Abran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abran 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 Abran
Where is Abran located?
Abran village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abran?
Abran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abran?
The pincode of Abran is 194302.
What is the population of Abran?
Abran has a total population of 418, including 211 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Abran?
There are 71 households in Abran.
What is the literacy rate in Abran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abran is 34.69%. Male literacy is 42.18% and female literacy is 27.05%.