Testa - Zanskar, Kargil
Testa is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 260 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Testa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Testa is 001087. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.8 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 290 km away.
Testa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Testa
According to the 2011 Census, Testa village had a total population of 460 people, including 237 males and 223 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.50%, with male literacy at 72.38% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 448.
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 | 460 | 237 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 152 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 85 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Testa
Testa 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 Testa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Testa.
| 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 Testa is about 290 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Testa is about 260 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Testa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Testa 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 Testa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Testa 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 Testa
Where is Testa located?
Testa village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Testa?
Testa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Testa?
The pincode of Testa is 194302.
What is the population of Testa?
Testa had a total population of 460, including 237 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Testa?
Testa had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Testa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Testa was 60.50%. Male literacy was 72.38% and female literacy was 47.37%.