Chalog - Sunni, Shimla
Chalog is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalog is 024213. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.91 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chalog 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 Chalog
According to the 2011 Census, Chalog village had a total population of 62 people, including 33 males and 29 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 82.14%.
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 | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Chalog
Chalog 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 Chalog
Chalog 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 Chalog is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalog 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 Chalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalog 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalog
Where is Chalog located?
Chalog village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalog is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Chalog?
The pincode of Chalog is 171301.
What is the population of Chalog?
Chalog had a total population of 62, including 33 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Chalog?
Chalog had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalog was 87.27%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 82.14%.