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
As per Census 2011, Karog village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 131 males and 81 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 618 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 131 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| 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 has a total population of 212, including 131 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Karog?
There are 26 households in Karog.
What is the literacy rate in Karog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karog is 68.40%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 59.26%.