Uptipipiting - Zanskar, Kargil
Uptipipiting 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 239 km from the district headquarters in Kargil. Upti Pipiting serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uptipipiting village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uptipipiting is 001076. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.6 hectares and falls under the 194302 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 222 km away.
Uptipipiting village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uptipipiting
According to the 2011 Census, Uptipipiting village had a total population of 941 people, including 473 males and 468 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 84.99% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 928.
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 | 941 | 473 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 928 | 463 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 351 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 122 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Uptipipiting
Uptipipiting 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 Uptipipiting
Public transport in the Uptipipiting is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Uptipipiting is about 222 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kargil to Uptipipiting is about 239 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uptipipiting
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uptipipiting village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uptipipiting
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uptipipiting village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uptipipiting
Where is Uptipipiting located?
Uptipipiting village is located in Zanskar Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uptipipiting?
The Gram Panchayat of Uptipipiting is Upti Pipiting.
What is the pincode of Uptipipiting?
The pincode of Uptipipiting is 194302.
What is the population of Uptipipiting?
Uptipipiting had a total population of 941, including 473 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Uptipipiting?
Uptipipiting had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uptipipiting?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uptipipiting was 70.33%. Male literacy was 84.99% and female literacy was 55.77%.