Sailang - Joshimath, Chamoli
Sailang is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Selang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sailang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailang is 040824. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.4 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sailang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sailang
As per Census 2011, Sailang village has a total population of 761 people, consisting of 416 males and 345 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sailang are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sailang
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 Sailang
Public transport in the Sailang is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Sailang is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sailang is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Sailang
Where is Sailang located?
Sailang village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sailang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sailang is Selang.
What is the pincode of Sailang?
The pincode of Sailang is 246443.
What is the population of Sailang?
Sailang has a total population of 761, including 416 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Sailang?
There are 150 households in Sailang.
What is the literacy rate in Sailang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailang is 71.22%. Male literacy is 79.81% and female literacy is 60.87%.