Chemrey - Kharu, Leh Ladakh
Chemrey is a village situated in the Kharu tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 40 km from Leh and around 40 km from Leh. Chemday serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chemrey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemrey is 000871. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.1 hectares and falls under the 194201 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chemrey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chemrey
According to the 2011 Census, Chemrey village had a total population of 6,222 people, including 5,450 males and 772 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.12%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 58.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,846.
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 | 6,222 | 5,450 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,846 | 1,177 | 669 |
| Literate Population | 5,551 | 5,143 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 307 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Chemrey
Chemrey 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 Chemrey
Chemrey 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 >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 Chemrey is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemrey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemrey 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 Chemrey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemrey 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 Chemrey
Where is Chemrey located?
Chemrey village is located in Kharu Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chemrey?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chemrey is Chemday.
What is the pincode of Chemrey?
The pincode of Chemrey is 194201.
What is the population of Chemrey?
Chemrey had a total population of 6,222, including 5,450 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Chemrey?
Chemrey had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chemrey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemrey was 91.12%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 58.45%.