It is among the highest towns in the world and the highest settlement in India. Various sources give slightly different measurements of the altitude from 14,995 ft (4,570 m) to 15,075 ft (4,595 m) above sea level.
This location is one of the highest towns in the world and the highest settlement within India. Different sources provide slightly varying measurements for its elevation, ranging from 14,995 feet to 15,075 feet above sea level.