Thulel - Sihunta, Chamba
Thulel is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Thulel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thulel is 007701. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.19 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Thulel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thulel
As per Census 2011, Thulel village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 279 males and 280 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thulel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 279 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 58 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 214 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 65 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Thulel
Thulel 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 Thulel
Thulel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Thulel has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Thulel is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thulel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thulel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thulel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thulel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thulel
Where is Thulel located?
Thulel village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thulel?
Thulel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thulel?
The pincode of Thulel is 176207.
What is the population of Thulel?
Thulel has a total population of 559, including 279 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Thulel?
There are 124 households in Thulel.
What is the literacy rate in Thulel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thulel is 71.56%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 66.43%.