Garog - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Garog is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Shimla. Chamyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garog is 024783. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.79 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Garog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garog
According to the 2011 Census, Garog village had a total population of 51 people, including 25 males and 26 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Garog
Garog 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 Garog
Garog 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Garog is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garog 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garog 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 Garog
Where is Garog located?
Garog village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garog?
The Gram Panchayat of Garog is Chamyana.
What is the pincode of Garog?
The pincode of Garog is 171001.
What is the population of Garog?
Garog had a total population of 51, including 25 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Garog?
Garog had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garog was 79.55%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 72.73%.