Loona - Dalhousie, Chamba
Loona is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bailly serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loona is 007388. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.67 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loona
According to the 2011 Census, Loona village had a total population of 217 people, including 109 males and 108 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 66.30%.
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 | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 23 | 47 |
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 2-5 km of the Loona.
| 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 Dalhousie to Loona is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Loona is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Loona
Where is Loona located?
Loona village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Loona?
The Gram Panchayat of Loona is Bailly.
What is the pincode of Loona?
The pincode of Loona is 176303.
What is the population of Loona?
Loona had a total population of 217, including 109 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Loona?
Loona had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loona was 78.61%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 66.30%.