Ligga - Telka, Chamba
Ligga is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Ligga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ligga is 007265. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.89 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ligga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ligga
According to the 2011 Census, Ligga village had a total population of 542 people, including 276 males and 266 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 73.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292.
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 | 542 | 276 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 149 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 219 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 57 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Ligga
Ligga 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 Ligga
Ligga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Ligga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Ligga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ligga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ligga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ligga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ligga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ligga
Where is Ligga located?
Ligga village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ligga?
Ligga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ligga?
The pincode of Ligga is 176312.
What is the population of Ligga?
Ligga had a total population of 542, including 276 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Ligga?
Ligga had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ligga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ligga was 82.14%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 73.82%.