Gailing - Taisuru, Kargil
Gailing is a village situated in the Taisuru tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 10 km from Sankoo and around 53 km from Kargil. Purtikchay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailing is 001048. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.6 hectares and falls under the 194301 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Gailing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gailing
According to the 2011 Census, Gailing village had a total population of 271 people, including 141 males and 130 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.78%, with male literacy at 74.79% and female literacy at 49.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 89 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gailing
Gailing 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 Gailing
Gailing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kargil to Gailing is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gailing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gailing
Where is Gailing located?
Gailing village is located in Taisuru Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gailing?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailing is Purtikchay.
What is the pincode of Gailing?
The pincode of Gailing is 194301.
What is the population of Gailing?
Gailing had a total population of 271, including 141 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Gailing?
Gailing had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gailing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailing was 62.78%. Male literacy was 74.79% and female literacy was 49.04%.