Peja
About Peja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Peja village is 026686. Peja village is located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Peja village. As per 2009 stats, Khashadhar Bp is the gram panchayat of Peja village.
The total geographical area of village is 124.57 hectares. Peja has a total population of 600 peoples, out of which male population is 314 while female population is 286. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 910 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of peja village is 64.67% out of which 74.20% males and 54.20% females are literate. There are about 113 houses in peja village. Pincode of peja village locality is 171028.
When it comes to administration, Peja village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Peja village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to peja village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Peja
The population details of Peja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 314 | 286 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 388 | 233 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 81 | 131 |
Connectivity of Peja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Peja
Where is Peja located?
Peja village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peja?
The Gram Panchayat of Peja is Khashadhar Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Peja?
The pincode of Peja is 171028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peja is 600, with 314 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Peja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peja village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peja is 64.67%. The male literacy rate is 74.20%, while the female literacy rate is 54.20%.