Sansog - Sarawati Nagar, Shimla
Sansog is a village situated in the Sarawati Nagar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 140 km from Shimla. Anti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sansog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sansog is 026079. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.48 hectares and falls under the 171206 pincode. Jubbal is the nearest town.
Sansog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sansog
According to the 2011 Census, Sansog village had a total population of 517 people, including 270 males and 247 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 83.83% and female literacy at 59.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 517 | 270 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 197 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 73 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sansog
Sansog 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 Sansog
Sansog 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sansog is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sansog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sansog 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 Sansog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sansog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sansog
Where is Sansog located?
Sansog village is located in Sarawati Nagar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sansog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sansog is Anti.
What is the pincode of Sansog?
The pincode of Sansog is 171206.
What is the population of Sansog?
Sansog had a total population of 517, including 270 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Sansog?
Sansog had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sansog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sansog was 72.48%. Male literacy was 83.83% and female literacy was 59.91%.