Rulyani - Dalhousie, Chamba
Rulyani is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rulyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rulyani is 007452. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.99 hectares and falls under the 176305 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rulyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rulyani
According to the 2011 Census, Rulyani village had a total population of 413 people, including 199 males and 214 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 58.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 199 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 198 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 140 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 59 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Rulyani
Rulyani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rulyani
Public transport in the Rulyani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Rulyani is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Rulyani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rulyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rulyani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rulyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rulyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rulyani
Where is Rulyani located?
Rulyani village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rulyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Rulyani is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Rulyani?
The pincode of Rulyani is 176305.
What is the population of Rulyani?
Rulyani had a total population of 413, including 199 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Rulyani?
Rulyani had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rulyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rulyani was 68.75%. Male literacy was 80.46% and female literacy was 58.25%.