Kerey - Nyoma, Leh Ladakh
Kerey is a village situated in the Nyoma tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 110 km from Leh and around 110 km from Leh. Skitmang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerey is 000896. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.2 hectares and falls under the 194202 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 181 km away.
Kerey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kerey
According to the 2011 Census, Kerey village had a total population of 290 people, including 140 males and 150 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 88.98% and female literacy at 66.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 27 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kerey
Kerey 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 Kerey
Kerey 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 5-10 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 Kerey is about 181 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Kerey is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerey 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 Kerey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerey 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 Kerey
Where is Kerey located?
Kerey village is located in Nyoma Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerey?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerey is Skitmang.
What is the pincode of Kerey?
The pincode of Kerey is 194202.
What is the population of Kerey?
Kerey had a total population of 290, including 140 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Kerey?
Kerey had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerey was 77.69%. Male literacy was 88.98% and female literacy was 66.92%.