Shushna (149/2) - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Shushna (149/2) is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 220 km from Kyelang. Dhankhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shushna (149/2) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shushna (149/2) is 012594. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.9 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Shushna (149/2) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shushna (149/2)
According to the 2011 Census, Shushna (149/2) village had a total population of 29 people, including 14 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Shushna (149/2)
Shushna (149/2) 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 Shushna (149/2)
Shushna (149/2) 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 Kyelang to Shushna (149/2) is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shushna (149/2)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shushna (149/2) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shushna (149/2)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shushna (149/2) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shushna (149/2)
Where is Shushna (149/2) located?
Shushna (149/2) village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shushna (149/2)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shushna (149/2) is Dhankhar.
What is the pincode of Shushna (149/2)?
The pincode of Shushna (149/2) is 172114.
What is the population of Shushna (149/2)?
Shushna (149/2) had a total population of 29, including 14 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Shushna (149/2)?
Shushna (149/2) had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shushna (149/2)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shushna (149/2) was 78.57%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 66.67%.