Hailang - Joshimath, Chamoli
Hailang is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Helang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hailang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hailang is 040822. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.79 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hailang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hailang
As per Census 2011, Hailang village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 307 males and 221 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 719 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hailang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 307 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 151 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 262 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 45 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Hailang
Hailang 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 Hailang
Hailang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Hailang is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Hailang is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hailang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hailang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hailang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hailang 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 Hailang
Where is Hailang located?
Hailang village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hailang?
The Gram Panchayat of Hailang is Helang.
What is the pincode of Hailang?
The pincode of Hailang is 246443.
What is the population of Hailang?
Hailang has a total population of 528, including 307 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Hailang?
There are 121 households in Hailang.
What is the literacy rate in Hailang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hailang is 78.41%. Male literacy is 85.34% and female literacy is 68.78%.