Sarog - Arki, Solan
Sarog is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarog is 020138. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.64 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sarog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarog
According to the 2011 Census, Sarog village had a total population of 62 people, including 33 males and 29 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.44%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Sarog
Sarog 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 Sarog
Sarog 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 Solan to Sarog is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarog
Where is Sarog located?
Sarog village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarog?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarog is Sanan.
What is the pincode of Sarog?
The pincode of Sarog is 173221.
What is the population of Sarog?
Sarog had a total population of 62, including 33 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Sarog?
Sarog had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarog was 93.44%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.21%.