Sarog - Saluni, Chamba
Sarog is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarog is 007150. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.7 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sarog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarog
According to the 2011 Census, Sarog village had a total population of 898 people, including 441 males and 457 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 64.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 898 | 441 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 338 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 103 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Sarog
Sarog 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 Sarog
Sarog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Sarog is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarog
Where is Sarog located?
Sarog village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarog is Kihar.
What is the pincode of Sarog?
The pincode of Sarog is 176320.
What is the population of Sarog?
Sarog had a total population of 898, including 441 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Sarog?
Sarog had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarog was 76.37%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 64.30%.