Lajhoon

Lajhoon is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Lajhoon village. As per 2009 stats, Chanog is the gram panchayat of Lajhoon village.

Lajhoon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lajhoon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lajhoon is 024407. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Lajhoon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lajhoon

Below is a concise population overview of Lajhoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 156 77 79
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 9 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 15 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 114 64 50
Illiterate Population 42 13 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lajhoon village:

  • The total population of Lajhoon village is around 156, including approximately 77 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Lajhoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lajhoon village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lajhoon village is about 73.08%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 63.29%.
  • There are around 27 households in Lajhoon village.

Connectivity of Lajhoon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lajhoon. As per the 2011 stats, Lajhoon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lajhoon

Knowing the nearby villages of Lajhoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lajhoon.

Diashri Phagera Ner Chaog Jhakhri Chanog Balang Shahal Bawin Balain Mawari

Frequently Asked Questions about Lajhoon

Where is Lajhoon located?
Lajhoon village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lajhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lajhoon is Chanog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lajhoon?
The pincode of Lajhoon is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lajhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lajhoon is 156, with 77 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Lajhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lajhoon village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lajhoon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lajhoon is 73.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.12%, while the female literacy rate is 63.29%.