Gulu

Gulu is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 34km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Gulu village. As per 2009 stats, Basa Theog is the gram panchayat of Gulu village.

Gulu has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Gulu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gulu is 025091. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Gulu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gulu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gulu

Below is a concise population overview of Gulu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 242 125 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 10 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 111 58 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 3 1
Literate Population 203 109 94
Illiterate Population 39 16 23

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gulu village:

  • The total population of Gulu village is around 242, including approximately 125 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Gulu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gulu village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gulu village is about 83.88%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 80.34%.
  • There are around 43 households in Gulu village.

Connectivity of Gulu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gulu. As per the 2011 stats, Gulu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gulu

Knowing the nearby villages of Gulu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gulu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gulu

Where is Gulu located?
Gulu village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulu is Basa Theog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gulu?
The pincode of Gulu is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gulu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gulu is 242, with 125 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gulu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gulu village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gulu is 83.88%. The male literacy rate is 87.20%, while the female literacy rate is 80.34%.