Ragori - Sarahan, Shimla
Ragori is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 172 km from Shimla. Shahdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ragori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragori is 023561. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 172034 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Ragori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ragori
According to the 2011 Census, Ragori village had a total population of 715 people, including 364 males and 351 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 62.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 464, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 715 | 364 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 239 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 288 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 76 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Ragori
Ragori 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 Ragori
Ragori 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 Ragori is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragori 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ragori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragori 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 Ragori
Where is Ragori located?
Ragori village is located in Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ragori?
The Gram Panchayat of Ragori is Shahdhar.
What is the pincode of Ragori?
The pincode of Ragori is 172034.
What is the population of Ragori?
Ragori had a total population of 715, including 364 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Ragori?
Ragori had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragori was 74.85%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 62.85%.