Lingshet - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Lingshet is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 130 km from Khalsi and around 230 km from Leh. Lingshed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingshet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingshet is 000959. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.7 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lingshet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingshet
As per Census 2011, Lingshet village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 494 males and 419 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 912 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingshet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 494 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 912 | 493 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 347 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 147 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Lingshet
Lingshet 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 Lingshet
Public transport in the Lingshet 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 Lingshet is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Lingshet is about 230 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingshet 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 Lingshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingshet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingshet
Where is Lingshet located?
Lingshet village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingshet?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingshet is Lingshed.
What is the pincode of Lingshet?
The pincode of Lingshet is 194106.
What is the population of Lingshet?
Lingshet has a total population of 913, including 494 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Lingshet?
There are 116 households in Lingshet.
What is the literacy rate in Lingshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingshet is 62.10%. Male literacy is 70.24% and female literacy is 52.51%.