Hemishok Pachan - Saspol, Leh Ladakh
Hemishok Pachan is a village situated in the Saspol tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 24 km from Khalsi and around 80 km from Leh. Hemisshukpachan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hemishok Pachan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemishok Pachan is 000950. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.3 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Hemishok Pachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hemishok Pachan
According to the 2011 Census, Hemishok Pachan village had a total population of 739 people, including 351 males and 388 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.62%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 57.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 734.
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 | 739 | 351 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 734 | 349 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 238 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 113 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Hemishok Pachan
Hemishok Pachan 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 Hemishok Pachan
Hemishok Pachan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Hemishok Pachan is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Hemishok Pachan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemishok Pachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemishok Pachan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hemishok Pachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemishok Pachan 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 Hemishok Pachan
Where is Hemishok Pachan located?
Hemishok Pachan village is located in Saspol Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hemishok Pachan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hemishok Pachan is Hemisshukpachan.
What is the pincode of Hemishok Pachan?
The pincode of Hemishok Pachan is 194106.
What is the population of Hemishok Pachan?
Hemishok Pachan had a total population of 739, including 351 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Hemishok Pachan?
Hemishok Pachan had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemishok Pachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemishok Pachan was 65.62%. Male literacy was 74.14% and female literacy was 57.76%.