Hurling - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Hurling is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 252 km from Kyelang. Gue serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hurling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hurling is 012653. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.51 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Hurling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Hurling
According to the 2011 Census, Hurling village had a total population of 218 people, including 143 males and 75 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 524 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.29%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 218 | 143 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 126 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Hurling
Hurling 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 Hurling
Hurling 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 Hurling is about 252 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hurling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hurling 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 Hurling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hurling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hurling
Where is Hurling located?
Hurling village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hurling?
The Gram Panchayat of Hurling is Gue.
What is the pincode of Hurling?
The pincode of Hurling is 172114.
What is the population of Hurling?
Hurling had a total population of 218, including 143 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Hurling?
Hurling had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hurling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hurling was 88.29%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 78.57%.