Dharoot - Rohru, Shimla
Dharoot is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sheel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharoot is 026522. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.31 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Dharoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharoot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharoot village had a total population of 292 people, including 145 males and 147 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.54%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 70.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 292 | 145 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 33 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Dharoot
Dharoot 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 Dharoot
Public transport in the Dharoot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dharoot is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharoot 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 Dharoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharoot
Where is Dharoot located?
Dharoot village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharoot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharoot is Sheel.
What is the pincode of Dharoot?
The pincode of Dharoot is 171207.
What is the population of Dharoot?
Dharoot had a total population of 292, including 145 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dharoot?
Dharoot had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharoot was 78.54%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 70.45%.