Luj
About Luj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Luj village is 006674. Luj village is located in Pangi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 185km away from district headquarter Kilar. Kilar is the sub-district headquarter of Luj village. As per 2009 stats, Luj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 544.19 hectares. Luj has a total population of 625 peoples, out of which male population is 314 while female population is 311. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of luj village is 64.96% out of which 77.07% males and 52.73% females are literate. There are about 130 houses in luj village. Pincode of luj village locality is 176323.
When it comes to administration, Luj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Luj village comes under Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Manali is nearest town to luj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Luj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 314 | 311 |
| Children (0-6) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 210 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 242 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 72 | 147 |
Connectivity of Luj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Luj
Where is Luj located?
Luj village is situated in Pangi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luj?
Luj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Luj?
The pincode of Luj is 176323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Luj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Luj is 625, with 314 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Luj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Luj village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Luj is 64.96%. The male literacy rate is 77.07%, while the female literacy rate is 52.73%.