Karog - Darlaghat, Solan
Karog is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baga Karog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karog is 020290. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.97 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Karog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Karog
According to the 2011 Census, Karog village had a total population of 212 people, including 131 males and 81 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 618 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 71.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 212 | 131 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 97 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Karog
Karog 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 Karog
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karog.
| 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 Karog is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karog 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karog 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karog
Where is Karog located?
Karog village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karog?
The Gram Panchayat of Karog is Baga Karog.
What is the pincode of Karog?
The pincode of Karog is 171102.
What is the population of Karog?
Karog had a total population of 212, including 131 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Karog?
Karog had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karog was 75.13%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 71.64%.