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)
As per Census 2011, Lajhoon (16/191) village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 77 males and 79 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lajhoon (16/191) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| 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) has a total population of 156, including 77 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Lajhoon (16/191)?
There are 27 households in Lajhoon (16/191).
What is the literacy rate in Lajhoon (16/191)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lajhoon (16/191) is 73.08%. Male literacy is 83.12% and female literacy is 63.29%.