Kadog - Sunni, Shimla
Kadog is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadog is 024110. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kadog 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 Kadog
According to the 2011 Census, Kadog village had a total population of 253 people, including 142 males and 111 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.31%, with male literacy at 93.80% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 253 | 142 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 121 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kadog
Kadog 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 Kadog
Kadog 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kadog is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadog 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 Kadog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadog 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kadog
Where is Kadog located?
Kadog village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadog?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadog is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Kadog?
The pincode of Kadog is 171301.
What is the population of Kadog?
Kadog had a total population of 253, including 142 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Kadog?
Kadog had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadog was 90.31%. Male literacy was 93.80% and female literacy was 85.71%.