Hislani - Gairsain, Chamoli
Hislani is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kalyani Talli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hislani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hislani is 041994. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.7 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Hislani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hislani
As per Census 2011, Hislani village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 54 males and 73 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,351 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hislani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 54 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 12 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Hislani
Hislani 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 Hislani
Hislani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Hislani is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Hislani is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hislani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hislani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hislani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hislani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hislani
Where is Hislani located?
Hislani village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hislani?
The Gram Panchayat of Hislani is Kalyani Talli.
What is the pincode of Hislani?
The pincode of Hislani is 246431.
What is the population of Hislani?
Hislani has a total population of 127, including 54 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Hislani?
There are 31 households in Hislani.
What is the literacy rate in Hislani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hislani is 66.14%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 57.53%.