Thang - Diskit, Leh Ladakh
Thang is a village situated in the Diskit tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 102 km from Nubra and around 220 km from Leh. Tiakshi serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Thang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thang is 000911. The village falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 208 km away.
Thang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thang
According to the 2011 Census, Thang village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.41%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Thang
Thang 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 Thang
Thang 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 | 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 Leh to Thang is about 208 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Thang is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thang 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 Thang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thang 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 Thang
Where is Thang located?
Thang village is located in Diskit Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Thang?
The Halqa Panchayat of Thang is Tiakshi.
What is the pincode of Thang?
The pincode of Thang is 194401.
What is the population of Thang?
Thang had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Thang?
Thang had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thang was 63.41%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 62.50%.