Moon

Moon is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 69km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Moon village. As per 2009 stats, Daroog is the gram panchayat of Moon village.

Here you can discover what makes Moon unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Moon’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 Moon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Moon is 011958. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176071. Palampur is nearest town to Moon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Moon 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 Baijnath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Moon

According to the 2011 Census, Moon has a total population of about 177, with approximately 90 males and 87 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.71%, with male literacy at about 87.78% and female literacy near 63.22%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Moon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 177 90 87
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 11 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 99 49 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 134 79 55
Illiterate Population 43 11 32

Connectivity of Moon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Moon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Moon

Where is Moon located?
Moon village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moon?
The Gram Panchayat of Moon is Daroog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Moon?
The pincode of Moon is 176071, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Moon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Moon is 177, with 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Moon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Moon village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Moon is 75.71%. The male literacy rate is 87.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.22%.