Gharog
Gharog is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gharog village. As per 2009 stats, Ganeog Nehra is the gram panchayat of Gharog village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharog unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Gharog’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gharog
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharog is 024291. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Gharog village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gharog
Population of Gharog
According to the 2011 Census, Gharog has a total population of about 257, with approximately 121 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1123 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.43%, with male literacy at about 78.51% and female literacy near 76.47%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharog's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 257 | 121 | 136 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 199 | 95 | 104 |
Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Connectivity of Gharog
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharog. As per the 2011 stats, Gharog had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharog
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharog helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharog.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharog
- Where is Gharog located?
- Gharog village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharog?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharog is Ganeog Nehra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharog?
- The pincode of Gharog is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharog is 257, with 121 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Gharog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharog village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharog as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharog is 77.43%. The male literacy rate is 78.51%, while the female literacy rate is 76.47%.