Shunshday - Zanskar, Kargil
Shunshday 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 352 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Cha serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shunshday village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shunshday is 001083. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.9 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 200 km away.
Shunshday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shunshday
According to the 2011 Census, Shunshday village had a total population of 244 people, including 120 males and 124 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.98%, with male literacy at 69.70% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 69 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 51 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Shunshday
Shunshday 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 Shunshday
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shunshday.
| 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 Shunshday is about 200 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Shunshday is about 352 km, with the usual travel time around ~10.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shunshday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shunshday 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 Shunshday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shunshday village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shunshday
Where is Shunshday located?
Shunshday village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shunshday?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shunshday is Cha.
What is the pincode of Shunshday?
The pincode of Shunshday is 194302.
What is the population of Shunshday?
Shunshday had a total population of 244, including 120 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Shunshday?
Shunshday had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shunshday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shunshday was 50.98%. Male literacy was 69.70% and female literacy was 33.33%.