Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Gaunkh Laga Sailang is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Selang is the gram panchayat of Gaunkh Laga Sailang village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaunkh Laga Sailang unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Gaunkh Laga Sailang’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gaunkh Laga Sailang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 040825. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Gaunkh Laga Sailang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Population of Gaunkh Laga Sailang
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunkh Laga Sailang has a total population of about 15, with approximately 10 males and 5 females. The sex ratio is around 500 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.33%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 40.00%. There are around 8 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaunkh Laga Sailang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Connectivity of Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaunkh Laga Sailang. As per the 2011 stats, Gaunkh Laga Sailang 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 Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaunkh Laga Sailang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaunkh Laga Sailang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaunkh Laga Sailang
- Where is Gaunkh Laga Sailang located?
- Gaunkh Laga Sailang village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is Selang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
- The pincode of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaunkh Laga Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 15, with 10 males and 5 females.
- How many households are there in Gaunkh Laga Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaunkh Laga Sailang village has a total of 8 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaunkh Laga Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 53.33%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.