Gaunkh Laga Sailang - Joshimath, Chamoli
Gaunkh Laga Sailang is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Selang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaunkh Laga Sailang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 040825. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gaunkh Laga Sailang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaunkh Laga Sailang
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunkh Laga Sailang village had a total population of 15 people, including 10 males and 5 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Gaunkh Laga Sailang 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 Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaunkh Laga Sailang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Joshimath to Gaunkh Laga Sailang is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gaunkh Laga Sailang 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 Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaunkh Laga Sailang 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaunkh Laga Sailang 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 Gaunkh Laga Sailang
Where is Gaunkh Laga Sailang located?
Gaunkh Laga Sailang village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is Selang.
What is the pincode of Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
The pincode of Gaunkh Laga Sailang is 246443.
What is the population of Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
Gaunkh Laga Sailang had a total population of 15, including 10 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
Gaunkh Laga Sailang had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaunkh Laga Sailang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaunkh Laga Sailang was 61.54%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.