Peja
Peja is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Peja unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Peja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Peja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peja is 026686. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171028. Rohru is nearest town to Peja village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Peja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Peja
Population of Peja
According to the 2011 Census, Peja has a total population of about 600, with approximately 314 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.67%, with male literacy at about 74.20% and female literacy near 54.20%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 388 | 233 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 81 | 131 |
Connectivity of Peja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peja. As per the 2011 stats, Peja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Peja
Knowing the nearby villages of Peja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peja.
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%.