Lohduin - Pukhri, Chamba
Lohduin is a village situated in the Pukhri tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Chamba. Hamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohduin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohduin is 007723. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.78 hectares and falls under the 176319 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Lohduin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lohduin
According to the 2011 Census, Lohduin village had a total population of 340 people, including 168 males and 172 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.47%, with male literacy at 97.08% and female literacy at 61.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 340 | 168 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 133 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 35 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Lohduin
Lohduin 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 Lohduin
Lohduin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Lohduin is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohduin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohduin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohduin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohduin 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lohduin
Where is Lohduin located?
Lohduin village is located in Pukhri Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lohduin?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohduin is Hamal.
What is the pincode of Lohduin?
The pincode of Lohduin is 176319.
What is the population of Lohduin?
Lohduin had a total population of 340, including 168 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Lohduin?
Lohduin had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohduin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohduin was 78.47%. Male literacy was 97.08% and female literacy was 61.59%.