It is the gate to the Spiti Valley from the west. There is a motor-able road, which connects Batal in the upper Chandra Valley and the first village Losar of the Spiti Valley. Even though, it has a steep ascent, it is not difficult from the upper Chandra Valley.

The pass is crossable on foot during May to October. Depending on snowfall, the pass is motor-able from early August to late September.