Lunsu - Sunni, Shimla
Lunsu is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Shimla. Chebri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lunsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lunsu is 024117. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.25 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Lunsu 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 Lunsu
According to the 2011 Census, Lunsu village had a total population of 258 people, including 136 males and 122 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.80%, with male literacy at 94.49% and female literacy at 82.46%. 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 | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 120 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Lunsu
Lunsu 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 Lunsu
Lunsu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lunsu is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lunsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lunsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lunsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lunsu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lunsu
Where is Lunsu located?
Lunsu village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lunsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lunsu is Chebri.
What is the pincode of Lunsu?
The pincode of Lunsu is 171301.
What is the population of Lunsu?
Lunsu had a total population of 258, including 136 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Lunsu?
Lunsu had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lunsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lunsu was 88.80%. Male literacy was 94.49% and female literacy was 82.46%.