Shichling (149/4) - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Shichling (149/4) is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 220 km from Kyelang. Dhankhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shichling (149/4) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shichling (149/4) is 012596. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.72 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4)
According to the 2011 Census, Shichling (149/4) village had a total population of 89 people, including 56 males and 33 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 589 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.42%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 89 | 56 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 44 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Shichling (149/4)
Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4)
Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shichling (149/4) 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 Shichling (149/4)
Where is Shichling (149/4) located?
Shichling (149/4) village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shichling (149/4)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shichling (149/4) is Dhankhar.
What is the pincode of Shichling (149/4)?
The pincode of Shichling (149/4) is 172114.
What is the population of Shichling (149/4)?
Shichling (149/4) had a total population of 89, including 56 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Shichling (149/4)?
Shichling (149/4) had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shichling (149/4)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shichling (149/4) was 84.42%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 75.00%.