Shaoga
Shaoga is a village located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Shaoga village. As per 2009 stats, Shawaga is the gram panchayat of Shaoga village.
Here you can discover what makes Shaoga unique in its vibrant Kamrau-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shaoga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shaoga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaoga is 023426. The village spans a total geographical area of 602 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173027. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Shaoga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shaoga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shaoga
Population of Shaoga
According to the 2011 Census, Shaoga has a total population of about 832, with approximately 448 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 356 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.85%, with male literacy at about 66.07% and female literacy near 46.09%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaoga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 448 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 296 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 152 | 207 |
Connectivity of Shaoga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaoga. As per the 2011 stats, Shaoga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shaoga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaoga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaoga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaoga
- Where is Shaoga located?
- Shaoga village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shaoga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shaoga is Shawaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shaoga?
- The pincode of Shaoga is 173027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shaoga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaoga is 832, with 448 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Shaoga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaoga village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaoga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaoga is 56.85%. The male literacy rate is 66.07%, while the female literacy rate is 46.09%.