Terchey - Diskit, Leh Ladakh
Terchey is a village situated in the Diskit tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 25 km from Nubra and around 144 km from Leh. Tertsay serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Terchey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Terchey is 000922. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.5 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 144 km away.
Terchey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Terchey
According to the 2011 Census, Terchey village had a total population of 270 people, including 136 males and 134 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.00%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Terchey
Terchey 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 Terchey
Terchey is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Terchey is about 144 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Terchey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Terchey 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 Terchey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Terchey 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 Terchey
Where is Terchey located?
Terchey village is located in Diskit Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Terchey?
The Halqa Panchayat of Terchey is Tertsay.
What is the pincode of Terchey?
The pincode of Terchey is 194401.
What is the population of Terchey?
Terchey had a total population of 270, including 136 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Terchey?
Terchey had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Terchey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Terchey was 62.00%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 49.61%.