Sharog - Rohru, Shimla
Sharog is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sharog-bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharog is 026452. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.16 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Sharog 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 Sharog
As per Census 2011, Sharog village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 319 males and 322 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 319 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 227 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 92 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Sharog
Sharog 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 Sharog
Sharog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Sharog is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharog 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 Sharog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sharog
Where is Sharog located?
Sharog village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharog is Sharog-bharara.
What is the pincode of Sharog?
The pincode of Sharog is 171207.
What is the population of Sharog?
Sharog has a total population of 641, including 319 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Sharog?
There are 136 households in Sharog.
What is the literacy rate in Sharog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharog is 60.69%. Male literacy is 71.16% and female literacy is 50.31%.