Sharog
Sharog is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sharog village. As per 2009 stats, Chedi is the gram panchayat of Sharog village.
Here you can discover what makes Sharog unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Sharog’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 Sharog
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharog is 024578. The village spans a total geographical area of 36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Jutogh is nearest town to Sharog village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sharog village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sharog
Population of Sharog
According to the 2011 Census, Sharog has a total population of about 83, with approximately 41 males and 42 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 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 77.11%, with male literacy at about 87.80% and female literacy near 66.67%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sharog's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Connectivity of Sharog
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharog. As per the 2011 stats, Sharog 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharog
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharog helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharog.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharog
- Where is Sharog located?
- Sharog village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharog?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sharog is Chedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sharog?
- The pincode of Sharog is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharog is 83, with 41 males and 42 females.
- How many households are there in Sharog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharog village has a total of 16 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharog as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharog is 77.11%. The male literacy rate is 87.80%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.