Loona - Bharmour, Chamba
Loona is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chamba. Sehli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loona is 008171. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Loona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loona
As per Census 2011, Loona village has a total population of 374 people, consisting of 203 males and 171 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 173 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 30 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Loona
Loona 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 Loona
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Loona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chamba to Loona is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Loona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loona
Where is Loona located?
Loona village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loona?
The Gram Panchayat of Loona is Sehli.
What is the pincode of Loona?
The pincode of Loona is 176324.
What is the population of Loona?
Loona has a total population of 374, including 203 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Loona?
There are 76 households in Loona.
What is the literacy rate in Loona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loona is 77.01%. Male literacy is 85.22% and female literacy is 67.25%.