Thalog - Chaupal, Shimla
Thalog is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalog is 025460. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Thalog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thalog
According to the 2011 Census, Thalog village had a total population of 203 people, including 105 males and 98 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 91.01% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 24 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Thalog
Thalog 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 Thalog
Public transport in the Thalog is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thalog is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalog 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thalog
Where is Thalog located?
Thalog village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalog is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Thalog?
The pincode of Thalog is 171211.
What is the population of Thalog?
Thalog had a total population of 203, including 105 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Thalog?
Thalog had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalog was 83.52%. Male literacy was 91.01% and female literacy was 75.86%.