Lungoan - Dharmpur, Mandi
Lungoan is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarskan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lungoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lungoan is 013710. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.49 hectares and falls under the 175040 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Lungoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lungoan
According to the 2011 Census, Lungoan village had a total population of 279 people, including 128 males and 151 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.92%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 78.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 279 | 128 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 19 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Lungoan
Lungoan 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 Lungoan
Lungoan 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Lungoan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lungoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lungoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lungoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lungoan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lungoan
Where is Lungoan located?
Lungoan village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lungoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lungoan is Sarskan.
What is the pincode of Lungoan?
The pincode of Lungoan is 175040.
What is the population of Lungoan?
Lungoan had a total population of 279, including 128 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Lungoan?
Lungoan had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lungoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lungoan was 84.92%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 78.36%.