Hulga - Theog, Shimla
Hulga is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hulga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hulga is 025142. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.7 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Hulga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hulga
According to the 2011 Census, Hulga village had a total population of 45 people, including 24 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.73%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 95.24%.
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 | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Hulga
Hulga 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 Hulga
Hulga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Hulga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hulga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hulga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hulga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hulga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hulga
Where is Hulga located?
Hulga village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hulga?
The Gram Panchayat of Hulga is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Hulga?
The pincode of Hulga is 171201.
What is the population of Hulga?
Hulga had a total population of 45, including 24 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Hulga?
Hulga had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hulga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hulga was 97.73%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 95.24%.