Garhog
About Garhog
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Garhog village is 024783. Garhog village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Garhog village. As per 2009 stats, Chamyana is the gram panchayat of Garhog village.
The total geographical area of village is 36.79 hectares. Garhog has a total population of 51 peoples, out of which male population is 25 while female population is 26. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of garhog village is 68.63% out of which 76.00% males and 61.54% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in garhog village. Pincode of garhog village locality is 171012.
When it comes to administration, Garhog village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Garhog village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to garhog village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Garhog
The population details of Garhog cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Connectivity of Garhog
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garhog
Where is Garhog located?
Garhog village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhog?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhog is Chamyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garhog?
The pincode of Garhog is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garhog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garhog is 51, with 25 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Garhog as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garhog village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhog as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garhog is 68.63%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.