Peja - Chirgaon, Shimla
Peja is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khashadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peja is 026686. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.57 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Peja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Peja
According to the 2011 Census, Peja village had a total population of 600 people, including 314 males and 286 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.52%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 60.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271.
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 | 600 | 314 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 233 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 81 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Peja
Peja 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 Peja
Public transport in the Peja is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shimla to Peja is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peja 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 Peja
Where is Peja located?
Peja village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peja?
The Gram Panchayat of Peja is Khashadhar.
What is the pincode of Peja?
The pincode of Peja is 171208.
What is the population of Peja?
Peja had a total population of 600, including 314 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Peja?
Peja had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peja was 72.52%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 60.08%.