Thog - Sunni, Shimla
Thog is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Shimla. Junni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thog is 024021. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.5 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Thog 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 Thog
According to the 2011 Census, Thog village had a total population of 65 people, including 34 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.55%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Thog
Thog 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 Thog
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Thog.
| 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 Thog is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thog 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 Thog
Where is Thog located?
Thog village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thog?
The Gram Panchayat of Thog is Junni.
What is the pincode of Thog?
The pincode of Thog is 171301.
What is the population of Thog?
Thog had a total population of 65, including 34 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Thog?
Thog had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thog was 96.55%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.86%.