Padum - Zanskar, Kargil
Padum is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 226 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Padum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padum is 001075. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 234 km away.
Padum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padum
According to the 2011 Census, Padum village had a total population of 1,538 people, including 808 males and 730 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 57.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,534.
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 | 1,538 | 808 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,534 | 805 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 602 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 206 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Padum
Padum 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 Padum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padum.
| 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 Padum is about 234 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Padum is about 226 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Padum
Where is Padum located?
Padum village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padum?
Padum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padum?
The pincode of Padum is 194302.
What is the population of Padum?
Padum had a total population of 1,538, including 808 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Padum?
Padum had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padum was 72.95%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 57.91%.