Alchi - Saspol, Leh Ladakh
Alchi is a village situated in the Saspol tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 39 km from Khalsi and around 68 km from Leh. Alchi village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alchi is 000953. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.6 hectares and falls under the 194107 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Alchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alchi
According to the 2011 Census, Alchi village had a total population of 932 people, including 575 males and 357 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 621 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 79.77% and female literacy at 60.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 712.
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 | 932 | 575 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 355 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 422 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 153 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Alchi
Alchi 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 Alchi
Alchi 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 Alchi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Alchi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alchi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Alchi
Where is Alchi located?
Alchi village is located in Saspol Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Alchi?
Alchi is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alchi?
The pincode of Alchi is 194107.
What is the population of Alchi?
Alchi had a total population of 932, including 575 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Alchi?
Alchi had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alchi was 72.51%. Male literacy was 79.77% and female literacy was 60.32%.