Largyab - Diskit, Leh Ladakh
Largyab is a village situated in the Diskit tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 54 km from Nubra and around 172 km from Leh. Tertsay serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Largyab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Largyab is 000924. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.2 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 172 km away.
Largyab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Largyab
According to the 2011 Census, Largyab village had a total population of 421 people, including 219 males and 202 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.05%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 51.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 421.
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 | 421 | 219 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 219 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 130 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 89 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Largyab
Largyab 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 Largyab
Largyab 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Largyab is about 172 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Largyab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Largyab 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 Largyab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Largyab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Largyab
Where is Largyab located?
Largyab village is located in Diskit Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Largyab?
The Halqa Panchayat of Largyab is Tertsay.
What is the pincode of Largyab?
The pincode of Largyab is 194401.
What is the population of Largyab?
Largyab had a total population of 421, including 219 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Largyab?
Largyab had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Largyab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Largyab was 63.05%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 51.52%.