Garaog
Garaog is a village 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.
Garaog has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garaog
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garaog is 026134. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171225. Kotkhai is nearest town to Garaog village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garaog village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garaog
Population of Garaog
Below is a concise population overview of Garaog as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garaog village:
- The total population of Garaog village is around 160, including approximately 78 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Garaog village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garaog village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garaog village is about 70.00%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 63.41%.
- There are around 30 households in Garaog village.
Connectivity of Garaog
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garaog. As per the 2011 stats, Garaog had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garaog
Knowing the nearby villages of Garaog helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garaog.
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%.