Icher - Zanskar, Kargil
Icher is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 230 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Raru-money serves as the Gram Panchayat for Icher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Icher is 001086. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.4 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 270 km away.
Icher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Icher
As per Census 2011, Icher village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 137 males and 112 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Icher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 133 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 94 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 43 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Icher
Icher 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 Icher
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Icher.
| 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 Icher is about 270 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Icher is about 230 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Icher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Icher 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 Icher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Icher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Icher
Where is Icher located?
Icher village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Icher?
The Gram Panchayat of Icher is Raru-money.
What is the pincode of Icher?
The pincode of Icher is 194302.
What is the population of Icher?
Icher has a total population of 249, including 137 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Icher?
There are 43 households in Icher.
What is the literacy rate in Icher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Icher is 54.62%. Male literacy is 68.61% and female literacy is 37.50%.