Farog - Tikar, Shimla
Farog is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-3 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farog is 026363. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.99 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Farog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farog
According to the 2011 Census, Farog village had a total population of 538 people, including 252 males and 286 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.70%, with male literacy at 93.13% and female literacy at 73.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 538 | 252 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 105 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 217 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 35 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Farog
Farog 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 Farog
Farog 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 Farog is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Farog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farog 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 Farog
Where is Farog located?
Farog village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farog?
The Gram Panchayat of Farog is Pujarli-3.
What is the pincode of Farog?
The pincode of Farog is 171203.
What is the population of Farog?
Farog had a total population of 538, including 252 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Farog?
Farog had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farog was 82.70%. Male literacy was 93.13% and female literacy was 73.48%.