Dharogra - Jalog, Shimla
Dharogra is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Shimla. Dharogra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharogra is 024167. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dharogra 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 Dharogra
According to the 2011 Census, Dharogra village had a total population of 677 people, including 329 males and 348 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.90%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 91.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 677 | 329 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 286 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Dharogra
Dharogra 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 Dharogra
Dharogra 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 Dharogra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharogra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharogra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharogra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharogra 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharogra
Where is Dharogra located?
Dharogra village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharogra?
Dharogra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharogra?
The pincode of Dharogra is 171019.
What is the population of Dharogra?
Dharogra had a total population of 677, including 329 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Dharogra?
Dharogra had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharogra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharogra was 93.90%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 91.61%.