Suspol - Saspol, Leh Ladakh
Suspol is a village situated in the Saspol tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 35 km from Khalsi and around 62 km from Leh. Saspol serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Suspol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suspol is 000952. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.2 hectares and falls under the 194107 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Suspol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suspol
According to the 2011 Census, Suspol village had a total population of 1,205 people, including 641 males and 564 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.05%, with male literacy at 90.31% and female literacy at 77.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,159.
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 | 1,205 | 641 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,159 | 596 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 522 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 119 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Suspol
Suspol 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 Suspol
Suspol 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 Suspol is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suspol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suspol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suspol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suspol 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suspol
Where is Suspol located?
Suspol village is located in Saspol Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Suspol?
The Halqa Panchayat of Suspol is Saspol.
What is the pincode of Suspol?
The pincode of Suspol is 194107.
What is the population of Suspol?
Suspol had a total population of 1,205, including 641 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Suspol?
Suspol had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suspol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suspol was 84.05%. Male literacy was 90.31% and female literacy was 77.00%.