Barog - Theog, Shimla
Barog is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barog village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barog is 025167. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.25 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Barog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barog
According to the 2011 Census, Barog village had a total population of 542 people, including 288 males and 254 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.69%, with male literacy at 94.94% and female literacy at 75.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 542 | 288 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 244 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 44 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Barog
Barog 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 Barog
Barog 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 Barog is about 48 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 Barog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barog
Where is Barog located?
Barog village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barog?
Barog is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barog?
The pincode of Barog is 171201.
What is the population of Barog?
Barog had a total population of 542, including 288 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Barog?
Barog had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barog was 85.69%. Male literacy was 94.94% and female literacy was 75.43%.