Sanog - Nerwa, Shimla
Sanog is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 160 km from Shimla. Madhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanog is 025711. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.36 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Sanog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanog
As per Census 2011, Sanog village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 54 males and 55 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sanog
Sanog 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 Sanog
Public transport in the Sanog is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sanog is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanog 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 Sanog
Where is Sanog located?
Sanog village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanog is Madhana.
What is the pincode of Sanog?
The pincode of Sanog is 171210.
What is the population of Sanog?
Sanog has a total population of 109, including 54 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sanog?
There are 26 households in Sanog.
What is the literacy rate in Sanog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanog is 74.31%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 69.09%.