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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Terchey village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 136 males and 134 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Terchey are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Terchey?
The Gram Panchayat of Terchey is Tertsay.
What is the pincode of Terchey?
The pincode of Terchey is 194401.
What is the population of Terchey?
Terchey has a total population of 270, including 136 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Terchey?
There are 57 households in Terchey.
What is the literacy rate in Terchey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Terchey is 57.41%. Male literacy is 66.91% and female literacy is 47.76%.