Gailung - Jilasu, Chamoli
Gailung is a village situated in the Jilasu tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Pokhari and around 70 km from Gopeshwar. Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailung is 041229. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.95 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gailung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gailung
As per Census 2011, Gailung village has a total population of 62 people, consisting of 33 males and 29 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 13 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gailung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Gailung
Gailung 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 Gailung
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gailung.
| 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 Gochar to Gailung is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gailung is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailung 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 Gailung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailung 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gailung
Where is Gailung located?
Gailung village is located in Jilasu Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gailung?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailung is Toli.
What is the pincode of Gailung?
The pincode of Gailung is 246429.
What is the population of Gailung?
Gailung has a total population of 62, including 33 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Gailung?
There are 18 households in Gailung.
What is the literacy rate in Gailung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailung is 79.03%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 86.21%.