Ganog - Renuka, Sirmaur
Ganog is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganog village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganog is 023003. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.28 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Ganog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganog
According to the 2011 Census, Ganog village had a total population of 837 people, including 441 males and 396 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.53%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 62.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 513, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 837 | 441 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 268 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 260 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 181 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Ganog
Ganog 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 Ganog
Ganog 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 Ganog is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganog 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 Ganog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganog 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganog
Where is Ganog located?
Ganog village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganog?
Ganog is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganog?
The pincode of Ganog is 173023.
What is the population of Ganog?
Ganog had a total population of 837, including 441 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Ganog?
Ganog had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganog was 69.53%. Male literacy was 75.36% and female literacy was 62.99%.