Man Pangong - Durbuk, Leh Ladakh
Man Pangong is a village situated in the Durbuk tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 170 km from Leh and around 170 km from Leh. Maan Pangong-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Man Pangong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Man Pangong is 000876. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.7 hectares and falls under the 194101 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Man Pangong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Man Pangong
According to the 2011 Census, Man Pangong village had a total population of 977 people, including 459 males and 518 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.52%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 57.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 969.
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 | 977 | 459 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 455 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 338 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 121 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Man Pangong
Man Pangong 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 Man Pangong
Man Pangong 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Man Pangong is about 170 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 Man Pangong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Man Pangong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Man Pangong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Man Pangong 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Man Pangong
Where is Man Pangong located?
Man Pangong village is located in Durbuk Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Man Pangong?
The Gram Panchayat of Man Pangong is Maan Pangong-a.
What is the pincode of Man Pangong?
The pincode of Man Pangong is 194101.
What is the population of Man Pangong?
Man Pangong had a total population of 977, including 459 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Man Pangong?
Man Pangong had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Man Pangong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Man Pangong was 69.52%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 57.52%.