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 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 Hurling
As per Census 2011, Hurling village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 143 males and 75 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 524 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hurling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 143 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 9 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 218, including 143 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Hurling?
There are 39 households in Hurling.
What is the literacy rate in Hurling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hurling is 83.03%. Male literacy is 88.11% and female literacy is 73.33%.