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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gulana village has a total population of 47 people, consisting of 23 males and 24 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gulana?
There are 10 households in Gulana.
What is the literacy rate in Gulana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulana is 72.34%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 66.67%.