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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Raru Money village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 169 males and 160 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raru Money are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Raru Money?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 329, including 169 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Raru Money?
There are 60 households in Raru Money.
What is the literacy rate in Raru Money?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raru Money is 51.06%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 38.13%.