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@article{192066,
        author = {Suman Kumari and Mansoor Ahmad},
        title = {Spatial analysis of the infrastructural status of Kargil district, Ladakh},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {8860-8868},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=192066},
        abstract = {Infrastructure development plays a critical role in improving livelihoods and reducing regional disparities, yet its distribution remains highly uneven in high altitude Himalayan regions. This study assesses village level infrastructure development in Kargil district of Ladakh using a composite infrastructure index based on secondary data from census records and government sources. Multiple physical, social, and economic infrastructure indicators were normalized using the min max method and integrated at the village scale.
The results reveal marked spatial inequalities and a clear core periphery pattern. Kargil and Sanku sub districts emerge as infrastructure cores with relatively better access to services and connectivity. Drass shows moderate but uneven development, while Shaker Chiktan and Zanskar remain the most infrastructure deficient due to remoteness, difficult terrain, and harsh climatic conditions. The study highlights persistent intra sub district disparities and shows that improved connectivity alone has not ensured balanced development. The findings emphasize the need for spatially targeted and context specific infrastructure planning to promote inclusive and sustainable development in high altitude regions.},
        keywords = {Infrastructure development, Composite infrastructure index, Spatial inequality, High altitude region, Kargil district, Ladakh.},
        month = {January},
        }