Garaog
About Garaog
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garaog village is 026134. Garaog village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Garaog village. As per 2009 stats, Garawag is the gram panchayat of Garaog village.
The total geographical area of village is 61.12 hectares. Garaog has a total population of 160 peoples, out of which male population is 78 while female population is 82. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1051 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garaog village is 70.00% out of which 76.92% males and 63.41% females are literate. There are about 30 houses in garaog village. Pincode of garaog village locality is 171225.
When it comes to administration, Garaog village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garaog village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to garaog village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garaog
The population details of Garaog cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Connectivity of Garaog
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garaog
Where is Garaog located?
Garaog village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garaog?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaog is Garawag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garaog?
The pincode of Garaog is 171225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garaog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garaog is 160, with 78 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Garaog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garaog village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaog as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garaog is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 76.92%, while the female literacy rate is 63.41%.