Thungday Khumi - Zanskar, Kargil
Thungday Khumi is a village situated in the Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zanskar and around 240 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Stongday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thungday Khumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thungday Khumi is 001081. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.6 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 235 km away.
Thungday Khumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thungday Khumi
As per Census 2011, Thungday Khumi village has a total population of 914 people, consisting of 477 males and 437 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thungday Khumi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 477 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 911 | 475 | 436 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 293 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 184 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Thungday Khumi
Thungday Khumi 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 Thungday Khumi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thungday Khumi.
| 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 Thungday Khumi is about 235 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Thungday Khumi is about 240 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thungday Khumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thungday Khumi 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 Thungday Khumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thungday Khumi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thungday Khumi
Where is Thungday Khumi located?
Thungday Khumi village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thungday Khumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thungday Khumi is Stongday.
What is the pincode of Thungday Khumi?
The pincode of Thungday Khumi is 194302.
What is the population of Thungday Khumi?
Thungday Khumi has a total population of 914, including 477 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Thungday Khumi?
There are 138 households in Thungday Khumi.
What is the literacy rate in Thungday Khumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thungday Khumi is 47.37%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 32.04%.