Lajhoon (16/191) - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Lajhoon (16/191) is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Chanog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lajhoon (16/191) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lajhoon (16/191) is 024407. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.59 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Lajhoon (16/191) 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lajhoon (16/191)
According to the 2011 Census, Lajhoon (16/191) village had a total population of 156 people, including 77 males and 79 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 73.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Lajhoon (16/191)
Lajhoon (16/191) 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 Lajhoon (16/191)
Public transport in the Lajhoon (16/191) is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Lajhoon (16/191) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lajhoon (16/191)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lajhoon (16/191) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lajhoon (16/191)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lajhoon (16/191) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lajhoon (16/191)
Where is Lajhoon (16/191) located?
Lajhoon (16/191) village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lajhoon (16/191)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lajhoon (16/191) is Chanog.
What is the pincode of Lajhoon (16/191)?
The pincode of Lajhoon (16/191) is 171001.
What is the population of Lajhoon (16/191)?
Lajhoon (16/191) had a total population of 156, including 77 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Lajhoon (16/191)?
Lajhoon (16/191) had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lajhoon (16/191)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lajhoon (16/191) was 83.82%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 73.53%.