Gul - Telka, Chamba
Gul is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 82 km from Chamba. Nadal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gul is 007276. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Gul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gul
According to the 2011 Census, Gul village had a total population of 169 people, including 79 males and 90 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.19%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 42.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 35 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Gul
Gul 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 Gul
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Gul is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Gul is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gul
Where is Gul located?
Gul village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gul is Nadal.
What is the pincode of Gul?
The pincode of Gul is 176320.
What is the population of Gul?
Gul had a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gul?
Gul had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gul was 53.19%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 42.47%.