Saroga - Kotgarh, Shimla
Saroga is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Shimla. Thanadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saroga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saroga is 023919. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Saroga 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 Saroga
According to the 2011 Census, Saroga village had a total population of 122 people, including 56 males and 66 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.79%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 83.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Saroga
Saroga 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 Saroga
Saroga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Saroga is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saroga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saroga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saroga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saroga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saroga
Where is Saroga located?
Saroga village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saroga?
The Gram Panchayat of Saroga is Thanadhar.
What is the pincode of Saroga?
The pincode of Saroga is 172031.
What is the population of Saroga?
Saroga had a total population of 122, including 56 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Saroga?
Saroga had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saroga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saroga was 88.79%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 83.87%.