Youl Chung - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Youl Chung is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. Lingshed serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Youl Chung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Youl Chung is 000961. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.9 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Youl Chung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Youl Chung
According to the 2011 Census, Youl Chung village had a total population of 261 people, including 136 males and 125 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.80%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 57.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 261 | 136 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 136 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 108 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 28 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Youl Chung
Youl Chung 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 Youl Chung
Public transport in the Youl Chung is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Leh to Youl Chung is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Youl Chung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Youl Chung 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 Youl Chung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Youl Chung 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 Youl Chung
Where is Youl Chung located?
Youl Chung village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Youl Chung?
The Halqa Panchayat of Youl Chung is Lingshed.
What is the pincode of Youl Chung?
The pincode of Youl Chung is 194106.
What is the population of Youl Chung?
Youl Chung had a total population of 261, including 136 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Youl Chung?
Youl Chung had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Youl Chung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Youl Chung was 73.80%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 57.01%.