Giramangu - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Giramangu is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 34 km from Khalsi and around 78 km from Leh. Mangue serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Giramangu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giramangu is 000955. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 194107 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Giramangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Giramangu
According to the 2011 Census, Giramangu village had a total population of 407 people, including 206 males and 201 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.56%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 406.
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 | 407 | 206 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 205 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 128 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 78 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Giramangu
Giramangu 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 Giramangu
Giramangu 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 5-10 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 Giramangu is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giramangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giramangu 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 Giramangu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giramangu 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giramangu
Where is Giramangu located?
Giramangu village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Giramangu?
The Halqa Panchayat of Giramangu is Mangue.
What is the pincode of Giramangu?
The pincode of Giramangu is 194107.
What is the population of Giramangu?
Giramangu had a total population of 407, including 206 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Giramangu?
Giramangu had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giramangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giramangu was 65.56%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 60.00%.