Shooling (12/16) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Shooling (12/16) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Kyelang. Khangsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shooling (12/16) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shooling (12/16) is 012402. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.06 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Shooling (12/16) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shooling (12/16)
According to the 2011 Census, Shooling (12/16) village had a total population of 221 people, including 112 males and 109 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.54%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 76.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 13 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Shooling (12/16)
Shooling (12/16) 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 Shooling (12/16)
Shooling (12/16) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kyelang to Shooling (12/16) is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shooling (12/16)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shooling (12/16) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shooling (12/16)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shooling (12/16) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shooling (12/16)
Where is Shooling (12/16) located?
Shooling (12/16) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shooling (12/16)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shooling (12/16) is Khangsar.
What is the pincode of Shooling (12/16)?
The pincode of Shooling (12/16) is 175142.
What is the population of Shooling (12/16)?
Shooling (12/16) had a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Shooling (12/16)?
Shooling (12/16) had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shooling (12/16)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shooling (12/16) was 84.54%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 76.77%.