Shogi - Narag, Sirmaur
Shogi is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Nahan. Dilman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shogi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shogi is 022715. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Shogi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shogi
According to the 2011 Census, Shogi village had a total population of 72 people, including 42 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 29 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Shogi
Shogi 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 Shogi
Shogi 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 Nahan to Shogi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shogi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shogi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shogi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shogi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shogi
Where is Shogi located?
Shogi village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shogi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shogi is Dilman.
What is the pincode of Shogi?
The pincode of Shogi is 173024.
What is the population of Shogi?
Shogi had a total population of 72, including 42 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Shogi?
Shogi had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shogi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shogi was 73.33%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 60.00%.