Gharog - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Gharog is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Shimla. Ganeog Nehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharog is 024291. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.94 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Gharog 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 Gharog
As per Census 2011, Gharog village has a total population of 257 people, consisting of 121 males and 136 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 121 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Gharog
Gharog 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 Gharog
Gharog 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 Gharog is about 18 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 Gharog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharog 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gharog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharog 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gharog
Where is Gharog located?
Gharog village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharog?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharog is Ganeog Nehra.
What is the pincode of Gharog?
The pincode of Gharog is 171001.
What is the population of Gharog?
Gharog has a total population of 257, including 121 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Gharog?
There are 54 households in Gharog.
What is the literacy rate in Gharog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharog is 77.43%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 76.47%.