Shoon - Saach, Chamba
Shoon is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 216 km from Chamba. Shoon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoon is 006736. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.57 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Shoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Shoon
According to the 2011 Census, Shoon village had a total population of 267 people, including 139 males and 128 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.73%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shoon
Shoon 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 Shoon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shoon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shoon is about 216 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shoon
Where is Shoon located?
Shoon village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shoon?
Shoon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shoon?
The pincode of Shoon is 176323.
What is the population of Shoon?
Shoon had a total population of 267, including 139 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Shoon?
Shoon had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoon was 71.73%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 60.00%.