Sumling - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Sumling is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 170 km from Kyelang. Khurik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumling is 012516. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.16 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Sumling 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 Sumling
As per Census 2011, Sumling village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 29 males and 50 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,724 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 29 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 23 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 6 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Sumling
Sumling 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 Sumling
Sumling is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sumling.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Sumling is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumling 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 Sumling
Where is Sumling located?
Sumling village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumling?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumling is Khurik.
What is the pincode of Sumling?
The pincode of Sumling is 172114.
What is the population of Sumling?
Sumling has a total population of 79, including 29 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Sumling?
There are 16 households in Sumling.
What is the literacy rate in Sumling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumling is 68.35%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 62.00%.