Chuling - Hangrang, Kinnaur
Chuling is a village situated in the Hangrang tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chuling village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuling is 026764. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.91 hectares and falls under the 172112 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Chuling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuling
According to the 2011 Census, Chuling village had a total population of 270 people, including 135 males and 135 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.35%, with male literacy at 90.98% and female literacy at 61.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 270 | 135 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 24 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chuling
Chuling 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 Chuling
Chuling is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Reckong Peo to Chuling is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuling 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 Chuling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuling 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 Chuling
Where is Chuling located?
Chuling village is located in Hangrang Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuling?
Chuling is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chuling?
The pincode of Chuling is 172112.
What is the population of Chuling?
Chuling had a total population of 270, including 135 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Chuling?
Chuling had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuling was 76.35%. Male literacy was 90.98% and female literacy was 61.34%.