Shoon

Shoon is a village located in Pangi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 216km away from district headquarter Kilar. Kilar is the sub-district headquarter of Shoon village. As per 2009 stats, Shoon village is also a gram panchayat.

Shoon has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shoon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shoon is 006736. The village spans a total geographical area of 480.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176323. Chamba is nearest town to Shoon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shoon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shoon

Below is a concise population overview of Shoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 267 139 128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 17 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 56 26 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 209 113 96
Literate Population 170 101 69
Illiterate Population 97 38 59

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shoon village:

  • The total population of Shoon village is around 267, including approximately 139 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Shoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shoon village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 209 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shoon village is about 63.67%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 53.91%.
  • There are around 54 households in Shoon village.

Connectivity of Shoon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shoon. As per the 2011 stats, Shoon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shoon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shoon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shoon

Where is Shoon located?
Shoon village is situated in Pangi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoon?
Shoon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shoon?
The pincode of Shoon is 176323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoon is 267, with 139 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Shoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shoon village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoon is 63.67%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 53.91%.