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.

Gharog has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gharog

Below is a concise population overview of Gharog as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gharog village:

  • The total population of Gharog village is around 257, including approximately 121 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Gharog village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gharog village has 55 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gharog village is about 77.43%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 76.47%.
  • There are around 54 households in Gharog village.

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)
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.

Chaiwan Ganiog Kashah Kanhoi Up Muhal D P F Kanhoi Up Muhal D P F Dilimoo Jubar Up Muhal D P F Khanyol Up Muhal D P F Bhaur Ka Dhank Mulbari Kiuru

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%.