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Skanpuk

by Rifa · 17/06/2026
5/5 - (3 votes)

Skanpuk Village

Skanpuk is a remote and sparsely populated village. It appeals to travelers seeking isolation, rugged landscapes, and a raw Ladakh experience.

Skanpuk Village

Village NameSkanpuk
DistrictLeh Ladakh
Sub-DivisionNubra
BlockDiskit
Ethnic PeopleLadakhi
Population (Approx)200–500

Skanpuk: A quiet village offering expansive views of Nubra’s desert landscape. | Offbeat traveler’s choice.

Landscape & Environment

Leh is the largest district in the country in terms of area. It is one of the coldest and most elevated inhabited region of the world having 112 inhabited and 1 uninhabited villages.

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Leh Ladakh Weather
Leh Ladakh
4:22 pm, Sep 6, 2026
temperature icon 16°C
few clouds
Humidity: 17 %
Pressure: 1009 mb
Wind: 7 mph
Wind Gust: 11 mph
Clouds: 17%
Visibility: 10 km
Sunrise: 5:56 am
Sunset: 6:40 pm
  • Temperature
  • Rain Chance
  • Wind
5:30 pm
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15°/15°°C 0 mm 0% 9 mph 20% 1009 mb 0 mm/h
8:30 pm
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14°/15°°C 0 mm 0% 7 mph 21% 1010 mb 0 mm/h
11:30 pm
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13°/14°°C 0 mm 0% 4 mph 24% 1012 mb 0 mm/h
2:30 am
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11°/11°°C 0 mm 0% 4 mph 38% 1014 mb 0 mm/h
5:30 am
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9°/9°°C 0 mm 0% 3 mph 51% 1015 mb 0 mm/h
8:30 am
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11°/11°°C 0 mm 0% 5 mph 42% 1016 mb 0 mm/h
11:30 am
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14°/14°°C 0 mm 0% 7 mph 33% 1013 mb 0 mm/h
2:30 pm
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16°/16°°C 0 mm 0% 6 mph 22% 1007 mb 0 mm/h

Distance from Leh~130 km
Scenic Landscape & EnvironmentArid mountains and open desert stretches
Culture & LifestyleSimple village lifestyle

Things To Do

Photography, peaceful retreats

Things To Exprience

Photography, peaceful retreats

Travel Tips

Stock up supplies in Diskit

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit Skanpuk Village: June–September

Near By Places

Nearest AirportKushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport
Nearest Bus Station / StopDiskit Bus Stand
Nearest Hospital / ClinicSub District Hospital Diskit
Nearest Fuel StationIndian Oil Petrol Pump Diskit

 

Discover the timeless charm of Ladakh by exploring Skanpuk village, where tradition, landscapes, and culture come together to offer an authentic and enriching travel experience.

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