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
According to the 2011 Census, Dalog village had a total population of 419 people, including 224 males and 195 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.64%, with male literacy at 85.93% and female literacy at 66.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 419 | 224 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 419, including 224 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Dalog?
Dalog had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalog was 76.64%. Male literacy was 85.93% and female literacy was 66.48%.