Shamoga - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Shamoga is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chhog Tali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamoga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamoga is 022641. The village covers a total geographical area of 784.09 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Shamoga 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 Shamoga
As per Census 2011, Shamoga village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 226 males and 226 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamoga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 226 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 181 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 45 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Shamoga
Shamoga 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 Shamoga
Public transport in the Shamoga 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 Shamoga is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamoga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamoga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamoga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamoga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamoga
Where is Shamoga located?
Shamoga village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamoga?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamoga is Chhog Tali.
What is the pincode of Shamoga?
The pincode of Shamoga is 173101.
What is the population of Shamoga?
Shamoga has a total population of 452, including 226 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Shamoga?
There are 82 households in Shamoga.
What is the literacy rate in Shamoga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamoga is 72.79%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 65.49%.