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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dharoot village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 145 males and 147 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharoot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 145 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| 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 has a total population of 292, including 145 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dharoot?
There are 66 households in Dharoot.
What is the literacy rate in Dharoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharoot is 70.21%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 63.27%.