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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lingshet village had a total population of 913 people, including 494 males and 419 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.26%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 58.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 912.
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 | 913 | 494 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Lingshet?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lingshet is Lingshed.
What is the pincode of Lingshet?
The pincode of Lingshet is 194106.
What is the population of Lingshet?
Lingshet had a total population of 913, including 494 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Lingshet?
Lingshet had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingshet was 70.26%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 58.20%.