Joon - Holi, Chamba
Joon is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Chanhouta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joon is 008027. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.54 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Joon 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 Joon
According to the 2011 Census, Joon village had a total population of 75 people, including 34 males and 41 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Joon
Joon 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 Joon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Joon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Joon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joon
Where is Joon located?
Joon village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joon?
The Gram Panchayat of Joon is Chanhouta.
What is the pincode of Joon?
The pincode of Joon is 176309.
What is the population of Joon?
Joon had a total population of 75, including 34 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Joon?
Joon had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joon was 70.42%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 61.54%.