Dalog - Taklech, Shimla
Dalog is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 147 km from Shimla. Narain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalog is 023653. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.01 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Dalog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalog
As per Census 2011, Dalog village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 224 males and 195 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 224 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 171 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dalog
Dalog 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 Dalog
Dalog 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 Dalog is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalog
Where is Dalog located?
Dalog village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalog is Narain.
What is the pincode of Dalog?
The pincode of Dalog is 172022.
What is the population of Dalog?
Dalog has a total population of 419, including 224 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Dalog?
There are 96 households in Dalog.
What is the literacy rate in Dalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalog is 69.69%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 62.05%.