Sakti - Kharu, Leh Ladakh
Sakti is a village situated in the Kharu tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 45 km from Leh and around 45 km from Leh. Sakti village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakti is 000872. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.1 hectares and falls under the 194201 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sakti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakti
According to the 2011 Census, Sakti village had a total population of 1,718 people, including 816 males and 902 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 57.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,713.
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 | 1,718 | 816 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,713 | 813 | 900 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 577 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 239 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Sakti
Sakti 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 Sakti
Sakti 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 Sakti is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Sakti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakti
Where is Sakti located?
Sakti village is located in Kharu Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sakti?
Sakti is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakti?
The pincode of Sakti is 194201.
What is the population of Sakti?
Sakti had a total population of 1,718, including 816 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Sakti?
Sakti had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakti was 67.70%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 57.54%.