Ganga Nagar - Rohru, Shimla
Ganga Nagar is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sheel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganga Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganga Nagar is 026525. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.21 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Ganga Nagar 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 Ganga Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Nagar village had a total population of 214 people, including 116 males and 98 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 59.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 82 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 34 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Nagar
Ganga Nagar 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 Ganga Nagar
Public transport in the Ganga Nagar 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 Ganga Nagar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganga Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganga Nagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganga Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganga Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganga Nagar
Where is Ganga Nagar located?
Ganga Nagar village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganga Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Nagar is Sheel.
What is the pincode of Ganga Nagar?
The pincode of Ganga Nagar is 171207.
What is the population of Ganga Nagar?
Ganga Nagar had a total population of 214, including 116 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Ganga Nagar?
Ganga Nagar had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganga Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganga Nagar was 69.23%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 59.55%.