Hunderi - Diskit, Leh Ladakh
Hunderi is a village situated in the Diskit tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 37 km from Nubra and around 155 km from Leh. Udmaru serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hunderi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunderi is 000920. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.2 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Hunderi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hunderi
According to the 2011 Census, Hunderi village had a total population of 238 people, including 108 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.75%, with male literacy at 57.84% and female literacy at 39.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 238 | 108 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 108 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 49 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Hunderi
Hunderi 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 Hunderi
Hunderi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Leh to Hunderi is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunderi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunderi 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 Hunderi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunderi 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 Hunderi
Where is Hunderi located?
Hunderi village is located in Diskit Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hunderi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hunderi is Udmaru.
What is the pincode of Hunderi?
The pincode of Hunderi is 194401.
What is the population of Hunderi?
Hunderi had a total population of 238, including 108 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Hunderi?
Hunderi had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hunderi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunderi was 47.75%. Male literacy was 57.84% and female literacy was 39.17%.