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.
Here you can discover what makes Shoon unique in its vibrant Pangi-Chamba region. You’ll see Shoon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Shoon
Population of Shoon
According to the 2011 Census, Shoon has a total population of about 267, with approximately 139 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.67%, with male literacy at about 72.66% and female literacy near 53.91%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shoon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.