Roog - Kandaghat, Solan
Roog is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Delgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roog is 022349. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.87 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Roog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roog
According to the 2011 Census, Roog village had a total population of 89 people, including 42 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 84.62%.
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 | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Roog
Roog 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 Roog
Roog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Roog is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roog 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 Roog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roog 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Roog
Where is Roog located?
Roog village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Roog?
The Gram Panchayat of Roog is Delgi.
What is the pincode of Roog?
The pincode of Roog is 173215.
What is the population of Roog?
Roog had a total population of 89, including 42 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Roog?
Roog had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roog was 89.47%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 84.62%.