Sailang
Sailang is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Selang is the gram panchayat of Sailang village.
Sailang has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sailang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sailang is 040824. The village spans a total geographical area of 379.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Sailang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Sailang
Population of Sailang
Below is a concise population overview of Sailang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 416 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 332 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 84 | 135 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sailang village:
- The total population of Sailang village is around 761, including approximately 416 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Sailang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sailang village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sailang village is about 71.22%, with male literacy at 79.81% and female literacy at 60.87%.
- There are around 150 households in Sailang village.
Connectivity of Sailang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sailang. As per the 2011 stats, Sailang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sailang
Knowing the nearby villages of Sailang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sailang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sailang
- Where is Sailang located?
- Sailang village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sailang?
- The Gram Panchayat of 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 Sailang?
- The pincode of Sailang is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sailang is 761, with 416 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sailang village has a total of 150 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sailang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sailang is 71.22%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 60.87%.