Gulling - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Gulling is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 220 km from Kyelang. Kungri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulling is 012528. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.98 hectares and falls under the 172117 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Gulling 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 Gulling
According to the 2011 Census, Gulling village had a total population of 139 people, including 81 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 716 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 139 | 81 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 62 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 19 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Gulling
Gulling 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 Gulling
Gulling 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 <5 km |
| 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 Gulling is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulling
Where is Gulling located?
Gulling village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulling?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulling is Kungri.
What is the pincode of Gulling?
The pincode of Gulling is 172117.
What is the population of Gulling?
Gulling had a total population of 139, including 81 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Gulling?
Gulling had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulling was 72.66%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 60.78%.