Holag - Loharghat, Solan
Holag is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 101 km from Solan. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holag is 020602. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.35 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Holag 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 Holag
According to the 2011 Census, Holag village had a total population of 109 people, including 56 males and 53 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 61.36%.
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 | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Holag
Holag 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 Holag
Holag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Holag is about 101 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 Holag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Holag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holag 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Holag
Where is Holag located?
Holag village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holag?
The Gram Panchayat of Holag is Lag.
What is the pincode of Holag?
The pincode of Holag is 174102.
What is the population of Holag?
Holag had a total population of 109, including 56 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Holag?
Holag had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holag was 78.49%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 61.36%.