Saspochey - Saspol, Leh Ladakh
Saspochey is a village situated in the Saspol tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 41 km from Khalsi and around 60 km from Leh. Saspol serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Saspochey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saspochey is 000949. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.3 hectares and falls under the 194107 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Saspochey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saspochey
According to the 2011 Census, Saspochey village had a total population of 214 people, including 99 males and 115 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 25 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Saspochey
Saspochey 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 Saspochey
Saspochey is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Saspochey is about 60 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 Saspochey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saspochey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saspochey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saspochey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saspochey
Where is Saspochey located?
Saspochey village is located in Saspol Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Saspochey?
The Halqa Panchayat of Saspochey is Saspol.
What is the pincode of Saspochey?
The pincode of Saspochey is 194107.
What is the population of Saspochey?
Saspochey had a total population of 214, including 99 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Saspochey?
Saspochey had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saspochey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saspochey was 75.00%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 62.89%.