Village code 1079

Karshah Village, Zanskar Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Karshah is a village in Zanskar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kargil district, Ladakh now, and Jammu & Kashmir in Census 2011 records. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Karshah village map in Jammu & Kashmir
Karshah village map image for Zanskar Tehsil, Jammu & Kashmir.

Village Overview

Karshah is a village in Zanskar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kargil district, Ladakh now, and Jammu & Kashmir in Census 2011 records. For Karshah, the population is 964, PIN code is 194302 and Census village code is 1079. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Karshah village
Village code1079
PIN code194302
Population964
Households189
Area322.10 ha / 3.22 sq. km / 796 acres
Population density299 people per sq. km
Sex ratio944 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKargil (235 km)
Current stateLadakh
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtKargil
Census 2011 districtKargil

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 194302. This helps users verify the postal area for Karshah, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Karshah village
PIN code194302
Post offices linked with this PINPadum S.O, Abran B.O, Akshow B.O, Cha-Lungnak B.O, Karsha B.O, and Zangla B.O
Best matching post officePadum S.O (Post office)
Delivery office records6
Postal districtKargil
Postal stateLadakh
Postal divisionLeh Division
Postal circleJammu Kashmir Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Karshah comes under Karshah gram panchayat and Zanskar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Zanskar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Zanskar at 15 km. The Census district headquarters, Kargil, is 234 km away.

Administrative details for Karshah
Current stateLadakh
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtKargil
Census 2011 districtKargil
State code1
District code4
Tehsil / Census sub-district code15
C.D. Block code33
Block panchayat code33

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Karshah village and its household count.

Total population

964 residents in 189 households

Male population

496

Female population

468

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 961

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 4

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Karshah
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Karshah
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Karshah
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power14 hours per day
Winter domestic power11 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Karshah
Net area sown322.10 hectares
Irrigated area120.60 hectares
Unirrigated area201.50 hectares
Canal irrigated area120.60 hectares
Main cropBarley
Second cropPeas

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Karshah
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Padam, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Karshah

Kargil (235 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Zanskar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Karshah
Nearest major townKargil (235 km)
Tehsil headquartersZanskar (15 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Karshah. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Karshah
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 4
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Government Others2
Private Others2
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Dispensary Doctors Total Strength1
Dispensary Doctors in Position1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karshah village located?

Karshah is located in Zanskar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kargil.

Which Tehsil is Karshah in?

Karshah is in Zanskar Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Karshah in?

District: Kargil.

What is the village code of Karshah?

The Census village code of Karshah is 1079.

What is the PIN code of Karshah?

The PIN code reported for Karshah is 194302.

What is the population of Karshah?

Karshah has 964 residents in 189 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Karshah part of?

Karshah comes under Karshah gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Karshah?

The nearest statutory town to Karshah is Kargil (235 km).

Which crops are grown in Karshah?

The main crops reported for Karshah are Barley and Peas.

What land-use details are available for Karshah?

Land-use details for Karshah include net area sown: 322.10 hectares, irrigated area: 120.60 hectares, and unirrigated area: 201.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Karshah?

Government primary school status for Karshah is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Karshah?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Karshah?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Karshah?

The total geographical area of Karshah is 322.10 hectares.

How many households are in Karshah?

Karshah has 189 households as per Census 2011.

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