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
According to the 2011 Census, Graon village had a total population of 104 people, including 53 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.78%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 70.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 104, including 53 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Graon?
Graon had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Graon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Graon was 79.78%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 70.21%.