Sharog - Dhami, Shimla
Sharog is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Shimla. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharog is 024045. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sharog 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 Sharog
As per Census 2011, Sharog village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 148 males and 132 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 148 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 138 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 10 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Sharog
Sharog 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 Sharog
Sharog 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sharog is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharog 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sharog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharog 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 Sharog
Where is Sharog located?
Sharog village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharog is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Sharog?
The pincode of Sharog is 171103.
What is the population of Sharog?
Sharog has a total population of 280, including 148 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Sharog?
There are 53 households in Sharog.
What is the literacy rate in Sharog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharog is 85.00%. Male literacy is 93.24% and female literacy is 75.76%.