Gipu
Gipu is a village located in Spiti tehsil of Lahul & Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 250km away from district headquarter Kaza. Kaza is the sub-district headquarter of Gipu village. As per 2009 stats, Gue is the gram panchayat of Gipu village.
Gipu has its own place in the vibrant Lahul & Spiti region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gipu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gipu is 012649. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172113. Manali is nearest town to Gipu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gipu
Population of Gipu
Below is a concise population overview of Gipu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 132 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 9 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 113 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 19 | 28 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gipu village:
- The total population of Gipu village is around 223, including approximately 132 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 689 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Gipu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gipu village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 184 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gipu village is about 78.92%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 69.23%.
- There are around 43 households in Gipu village.
Connectivity of Gipu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gipu. As per the 2011 stats, Gipu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gipu
Knowing the nearby villages of Gipu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gipu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gipu
- Where is Gipu located?
- Gipu village is situated in Spiti Tehsil, within the Lahul & Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gipu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gipu is Gue (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gipu?
- The pincode of Gipu is 172113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gipu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gipu is 223, with 132 males and 91 females.
- How many households are there in Gipu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gipu village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gipu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gipu is 78.92%. The male literacy rate is 85.61%, while the female literacy rate is 69.23%.