Naog - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Naog is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Shimla. Bhont serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naog is 024645. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Naog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Naog
According to the 2011 Census, Naog village had a total population of 87 people, including 49 males and 38 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 776 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 84.85%.
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 | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Naog
Naog 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 Naog
Naog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naog.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Naog is about 13 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 Naog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naog 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 Naog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naog
Where is Naog located?
Naog village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naog?
The Gram Panchayat of Naog is Bhont.
What is the pincode of Naog?
The pincode of Naog is 171001.
What is the population of Naog?
Naog had a total population of 87, including 49 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Naog?
Naog had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naog was 88.00%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 84.85%.