Lunah - Dalhousie, Chamba
Lunah 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunah is 007435. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.7 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lunah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Lunah
As per Census 2011, Lunah village has a total population of 48 people, consisting of 23 males and 25 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lunah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lunah
Lunah 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 Lunah
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lunah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Lunah is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Lunah is about 60 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 Lunah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lunah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunah 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 Lunah
Where is Lunah located?
Lunah village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunah?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunah is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Lunah?
The pincode of Lunah is 176303.
What is the population of Lunah?
Lunah has a total population of 48, including 23 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Lunah?
There are 8 households in Lunah.
What is the literacy rate in Lunah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunah is 62.50%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 48.00%.