Chamshan Charasa - Sumoor, Leh Ladakh
Chamshan Charasa is a village situated in the Sumoor tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 9 km from Nubra and around 127 km from Leh. Chamshan Charasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamshan Charasa is 000930. The village covers a total geographical area of 2758.8 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Chamshan Charasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamshan Charasa
According to the 2011 Census, Chamshan Charasa village had a total population of 717 people, including 336 males and 381 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.80%, with male literacy at 66.10% and female literacy at 48.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 716.
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 | 717 | 336 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 335 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 141 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Chamshan Charasa
Chamshan Charasa 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 Chamshan Charasa
Chamshan Charasa 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 Chamshan Charasa is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamshan Charasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamshan Charasa 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 Chamshan Charasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamshan Charasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamshan Charasa
Where is Chamshan Charasa located?
Chamshan Charasa village is located in Sumoor Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamshan Charasa?
Chamshan Charasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamshan Charasa?
The pincode of Chamshan Charasa is 194401.
What is the population of Chamshan Charasa?
Chamshan Charasa had a total population of 717, including 336 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Chamshan Charasa?
Chamshan Charasa had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamshan Charasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamshan Charasa was 56.80%. Male literacy was 66.10% and female literacy was 48.66%.