Sandow is the highest village of Chiktan block, situated 60 kilometres (37 mi) away in the east of district headquarter Kargil, Ladakh.

Sandow is surrounded by villages - Lamsoo in the west, Yokma Kharboo and Shakar in the south, and Lhalung Batalik in the north.

The village is 58 kilometres (36 mi) from Kargil town, located at a latitude of 34.55 and longitude of 76.38 and at an altitude of 3,200 metres (10,500 ft) above mean sea level.

There is a large namely Shashi Lake 2 km above the village which stores snow water melted in spring and early summer to ensure continuous water supply for the whole summer.

The literacy rate of the village is above 80% and most of the students are pursuing their higher studies in various parts of India.

The lake is seasonal and it gets filled up in the months of May–June when the snow starts to melt in the surrounding mountains.

It is known for its scenery, cool weather, fresh icy water, and adventures like kayaking and trekking.