Ghog - Deha, Shimla
Ghog is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghog is 025346. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Ghog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghog
According to the 2011 Census, Ghog village had a total population of 189 people, including 89 males and 100 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 86.42% and female literacy at 72.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 19 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Ghog
Ghog 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 Ghog
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghog.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ghog is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghog 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 Ghog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghog 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 Ghog
Where is Ghog located?
Ghog village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghog?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghog is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Ghog?
The pincode of Ghog is 171220.
What is the population of Ghog?
Ghog had a total population of 189, including 89 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Ghog?
Ghog had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghog was 78.74%. Male literacy was 86.42% and female literacy was 72.04%.