Raru Money - Zanskar, Kargil
Raru Money 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 235 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Raru-money serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Raru Money village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raru Money is 001084. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.2 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 265 km away.
Raru Money village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raru Money
According to the 2011 Census, Raru Money village had a total population of 329 people, including 169 males and 160 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.38%, with male literacy at 69.03% and female literacy at 42.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 107 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 62 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Raru Money
Raru Money 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 Raru Money
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raru Money.
| 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 Raru Money is about 265 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Raru Money is about 235 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 Raru Money
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raru Money 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 Raru Money
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raru Money village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raru Money
Where is Raru Money located?
Raru Money village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Raru Money?
The Halqa Panchayat of Raru Money is Raru-money.
What is the pincode of Raru Money?
The pincode of Raru Money is 194302.
What is the population of Raru Money?
Raru Money had a total population of 329, including 169 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Raru Money?
Raru Money had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raru Money?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raru Money was 56.38%. Male literacy was 69.03% and female literacy was 42.66%.