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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Loona village had a total population of 374 people, including 203 males and 171 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.21%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 75.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 374.
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 | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 374, including 203 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Loona?
Loona had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loona was 85.21%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 75.66%.