Jholing - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Jholing is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 49 km from Kyelang. Thirot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jholing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jholing is 012254. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.52 hectares and falls under the 175139 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Jholing 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 Jholing
According to the 2011 Census, Jholing village had a total population of 118 people, including 62 males and 56 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.41%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jholing
Jholing 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 Jholing
Public transport in the Jholing is mainly available through shared van 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 Jholing is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jholing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jholing 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jholing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jholing 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jholing
Where is Jholing located?
Jholing village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jholing?
The Gram Panchayat of Jholing is Thirot.
What is the pincode of Jholing?
The pincode of Jholing is 175139.
What is the population of Jholing?
Jholing had a total population of 118, including 62 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Jholing?
Jholing had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jholing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jholing was 82.41%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 73.08%.