Ating - Zanskar, Kargil
Ating is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 204 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Phay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ating village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ating is 001069. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.1 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 204 km away.
Ating village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ating
As per Census 2011, Ating village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 322 males and 283 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ating are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 322 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 320 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 215 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Ating
Ating 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 Ating
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ating.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ating is about 204 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ating
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ating 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 Ating
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ating 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 Ating
Where is Ating located?
Ating village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ating?
The Gram Panchayat of Ating is Phay.
What is the pincode of Ating?
The pincode of Ating is 194302.
What is the population of Ating?
Ating has a total population of 605, including 322 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Ating?
There are 105 households in Ating.
What is the literacy rate in Ating?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ating is 29.92%. Male literacy is 33.23% and female literacy is 26.15%.