Graon - Jalog, Shimla
Graon is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Shimla. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Graon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Graon is 024122. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.28 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Graon 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 Graon
As per Census 2011, Graon village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 53 males and 51 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Graon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Graon
Graon 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 Graon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Graon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Graon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Graon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Graon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Graon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Graon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Graon
Where is Graon located?
Graon village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Graon?
The Gram Panchayat of Graon is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Graon?
The pincode of Graon is 171019.
What is the population of Graon?
Graon has a total population of 104, including 53 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Graon?
There are 23 households in Graon.
What is the literacy rate in Graon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Graon is 68.27%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 64.71%.