Gulana - Alampur, Kangra
Gulana is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Kuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulana is 011333. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.43 hectares and falls under the 176098 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Gulana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulana
According to the 2011 Census, Gulana village had a total population of 47 people, including 23 males and 24 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Gulana
Gulana 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 Gulana
Gulana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gulana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gulana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gulana
Where is Gulana located?
Gulana village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulana is Kuhan.
What is the pincode of Gulana?
The pincode of Gulana is 176098.
What is the population of Gulana?
Gulana had a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gulana?
Gulana had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulana was 80.95%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 72.73%.