Tiger - Sumoor, Leh Ladakh
Tiger is a village situated in the Sumoor tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 2 km from Nubra and around 120 km from Leh. Tigar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tiger village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiger is 000931. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.3 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Tiger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tiger
According to the 2011 Census, Tiger village had a total population of 859 people, including 397 males and 462 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.08%, with male literacy at 64.27% and female literacy at 47.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 857.
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 | 859 | 397 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 396 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 223 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 174 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Tiger
Tiger 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 Tiger
Tiger 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 Tiger is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiger village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tiger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiger 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 Tiger
Where is Tiger located?
Tiger village is located in Sumoor Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tiger?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tiger is Tigar.
What is the pincode of Tiger?
The pincode of Tiger is 194401.
What is the population of Tiger?
Tiger had a total population of 859, including 397 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Tiger?
Tiger had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiger was 55.08%. Male literacy was 64.27% and female literacy was 47.51%.