Hemiling - Zanskar, Kargil
Hemiling is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 234 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Abran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemiling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemiling is 001066. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.29 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 260 km away.
Hemiling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hemiling
As per Census 2011, Hemiling village has a total population of 266 people, consisting of 116 males and 150 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,293 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemiling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 116 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 114 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 57 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 59 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Hemiling
Hemiling 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 Hemiling
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hemiling.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hemiling is about 260 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Hemiling is about 234 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemiling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemiling 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 Hemiling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemiling 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 Hemiling
Where is Hemiling located?
Hemiling village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemiling?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemiling is Abran.
What is the pincode of Hemiling?
The pincode of Hemiling is 194302.
What is the population of Hemiling?
Hemiling has a total population of 266, including 116 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Hemiling?
There are 48 households in Hemiling.
What is the literacy rate in Hemiling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemiling is 50.00%. Male literacy is 49.14% and female literacy is 50.67%.