Salapi Gyapak - Zanskar, Kargil
Salapi Gyapak is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 230 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Salapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salapi Gyapak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapi Gyapak is 001074. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.9 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 223 km away.
Salapi Gyapak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salapi Gyapak
According to the 2011 Census, Salapi Gyapak village had a total population of 701 people, including 336 males and 365 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.49%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 701.
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 | 701 | 336 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 701 | 336 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 198 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 138 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Salapi Gyapak
Salapi Gyapak 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 Salapi Gyapak
Public transport in the Salapi Gyapak is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Salapi Gyapak is about 223 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Salapi Gyapak 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 Salapi Gyapak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapi Gyapak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salapi Gyapak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapi Gyapak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salapi Gyapak
Where is Salapi Gyapak located?
Salapi Gyapak village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salapi Gyapak?
The Gram Panchayat of Salapi Gyapak is Salapi.
What is the pincode of Salapi Gyapak?
The pincode of Salapi Gyapak is 194302.
What is the population of Salapi Gyapak?
Salapi Gyapak had a total population of 701, including 336 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Salapi Gyapak?
Salapi Gyapak had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salapi Gyapak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salapi Gyapak was 59.49%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 48.57%.