Lamayouro - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Lamayouro is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 25 km from Khalsi and around 125 km from Leh. Lamayuru serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lamayouro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamayouro is 000957. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Lamayouro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamayouro
According to the 2011 Census, Lamayouro village had a total population of 667 people, including 331 males and 336 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 78.62% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 642.
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 | 667 | 331 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 642 | 322 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 228 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 103 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Lamayouro
Lamayouro 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 Lamayouro
Lamayouro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lamayouro is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Lamayouro is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamayouro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamayouro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lamayouro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamayouro 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 Lamayouro
Where is Lamayouro located?
Lamayouro village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lamayouro?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lamayouro is Lamayuru.
What is the pincode of Lamayouro?
The pincode of Lamayouro is 194106.
What is the population of Lamayouro?
Lamayouro had a total population of 667, including 331 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Lamayouro?
Lamayouro had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamayouro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamayouro was 71.93%. Male literacy was 78.62% and female literacy was 65.57%.