Chalaog - Theog, Shimla
Chalaog is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalaog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalaog is 025129. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Chalaog 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 Chalaog
According to the 2011 Census, Chalaog village had a total population of 37 people, including 17 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Chalaog
Chalaog 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 Chalaog
Chalaog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chalaog is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalaog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalaog 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 Chalaog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalaog 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chalaog
Where is Chalaog located?
Chalaog village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalaog?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalaog is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Chalaog?
The pincode of Chalaog is 171201.
What is the population of Chalaog?
Chalaog had a total population of 37, including 17 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Chalaog?
Chalaog had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalaog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalaog was 85.71%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 78.95%.