Barog (16/188) - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Barog (16/188) is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Chanog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barog (16/188) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barog (16/188) is 024416. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.87 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Barog (16/188) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barog (16/188)
According to the 2011 Census, Barog (16/188) village had a total population of 30 people, including 14 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 93.33%.
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 | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Barog (16/188)
Barog (16/188) 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 Barog (16/188)
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Barog (16/188).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Barog (16/188) is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barog (16/188)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barog (16/188) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barog (16/188)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barog (16/188) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barog (16/188)
Where is Barog (16/188) located?
Barog (16/188) village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barog (16/188)?
The Gram Panchayat of Barog (16/188) is Chanog.
What is the pincode of Barog (16/188)?
The pincode of Barog (16/188) is 171001.
What is the population of Barog (16/188)?
Barog (16/188) had a total population of 30, including 14 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Barog (16/188)?
Barog (16/188) had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barog (16/188)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barog (16/188) was 92.86%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 93.33%.