Techakhasar - Zanskar, Kargil
Techakhasar 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 234 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Tongri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Techakhasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Techakhasar is 001072. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.6 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 237 km away.
Techakhasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Techakhasar
According to the 2011 Census, Techakhasar village had a total population of 290 people, including 149 males and 141 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.16%, with male literacy at 73.02% and female literacy at 47.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 148 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 92 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 57 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Techakhasar
Techakhasar 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 Techakhasar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Techakhasar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Techakhasar is about 237 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Techakhasar is about 234 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 Techakhasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Techakhasar 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 Techakhasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Techakhasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Techakhasar
Where is Techakhasar located?
Techakhasar village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Techakhasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Techakhasar is Tongri.
What is the pincode of Techakhasar?
The pincode of Techakhasar is 194302.
What is the population of Techakhasar?
Techakhasar had a total population of 290, including 149 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Techakhasar?
Techakhasar had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Techakhasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Techakhasar was 60.16%. Male literacy was 73.02% and female literacy was 47.20%.