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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Abran village had a total population of 418 people, including 211 males and 207 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.43%, with male literacy at 48.90% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 417.
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 | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Abran?
Abran is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abran?
The pincode of Abran is 194302.
What is the population of Abran?
Abran had a total population of 418, including 211 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Abran?
Abran had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abran was 41.43%. Male literacy was 48.90% and female literacy was 33.33%.