Sharnose - Kharu, Leh Ladakh
Sharnose is a village situated in the Kharu tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 61 km from Leh and around 61 km from Leh. Shara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharnose village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharnose is 000882. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.5 hectares and falls under the 194201 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sharnose village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sharnose
According to the 2011 Census, Sharnose village had a total population of 299 people, including 142 males and 157 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 47.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 299 | 142 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 142 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 104 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 38 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Sharnose
Sharnose 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 Sharnose
Sharnose 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 Sharnose is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharnose
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharnose 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 Sharnose
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharnose village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sharnose
Where is Sharnose located?
Sharnose village is located in Kharu Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharnose?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharnose is Shara.
What is the pincode of Sharnose?
The pincode of Sharnose is 194201.
What is the population of Sharnose?
Sharnose had a total population of 299, including 142 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sharnose?
Sharnose had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sharnose?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharnose was 64.86%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 47.41%.