Polling - Multhan, Kangra
Polling is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Polling village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polling is 012130. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.53 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Polling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polling
According to the 2011 Census, Polling village had a total population of 698 people, including 381 males and 317 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.93%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 47.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 698 | 381 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 254 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 127 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Polling
Polling 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 Polling
Polling is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Polling is about 130 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 Polling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Polling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Polling
Where is Polling located?
Polling village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polling?
Polling is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polling?
The pincode of Polling is 175013.
What is the population of Polling?
Polling had a total population of 698, including 381 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Polling?
Polling had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polling was 63.93%. Male literacy was 77.68% and female literacy was 47.21%.