Moon - Chadiyar, Kangra
Moon is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from Dharmsala. Darug serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moon is 011958. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.6 hectares and falls under the 176071 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Moon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moon
As per Census 2011, Moon village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 90 males and 87 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 11 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Moon
Moon 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 Moon
Moon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Moon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moon
Where is Moon located?
Moon village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moon?
The Gram Panchayat of Moon is Darug.
What is the pincode of Moon?
The pincode of Moon is 176071.
What is the population of Moon?
Moon has a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Moon?
There are 33 households in Moon.
What is the literacy rate in Moon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moon is 75.71%. Male literacy is 87.78% and female literacy is 63.22%.