Shiling - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Shiling is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Lohaghat and around 41 km from Champawat. Siling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiling is 054328. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.09 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shiling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiling
According to the 2011 Census, Shiling village had a total population of 1,659 people, including 739 males and 920 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 1,245 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.83%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 58.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305.
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 | 1,659 | 739 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 149 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 140 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 531 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 208 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Shiling
Shiling 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 Shiling
Shiling is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lohaghat to Shiling is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Shiling is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shiling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiling
Where is Shiling located?
Shiling village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shiling?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiling is Siling.
What is the pincode of Shiling?
The pincode of Shiling is 262524.
What is the population of Shiling?
Shiling had a total population of 1,659, including 739 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Shiling?
Shiling had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiling was 71.83%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 58.40%.