Larot - Chirgaon, Shimla
Larot is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shiladesh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Larot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Larot is 026672. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.03 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Larot 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 Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Larot
According to the 2011 Census, Larot village had a total population of 579 people, including 300 males and 279 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.67%, with male literacy at 67.82% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 579 | 300 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 177 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 123 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Larot
Larot 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 Larot
Larot 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 Shimla to Larot is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Larot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Larot 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 Larot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Larot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Larot
Where is Larot located?
Larot village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Larot?
The Gram Panchayat of Larot is Shiladesh.
What is the pincode of Larot?
The pincode of Larot is 171208.
What is the population of Larot?
Larot had a total population of 579, including 300 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Larot?
Larot had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Larot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Larot was 60.67%. Male literacy was 67.82% and female literacy was 53.06%.