Shoghi - Parwanoo, Solan
Shoghi is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Solan. Mehlon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoghi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoghi is 021733. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Shoghi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shoghi
According to the 2011 Census, Shoghi village had a total population of 221 people, including 112 males and 109 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 91.09% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Shoghi
Shoghi 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 Shoghi
Shoghi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shoghi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoghi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoghi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shoghi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoghi 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 Shoghi
Where is Shoghi located?
Shoghi village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoghi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoghi is Mehlon.
What is the pincode of Shoghi?
The pincode of Shoghi is 173220.
What is the population of Shoghi?
Shoghi had a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Shoghi?
Shoghi had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoghi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoghi was 83.25%. Male literacy was 91.09% and female literacy was 75.00%.