Charog - Ramshahr, Solan
Charog is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Charog village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charog is 020478. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.29 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Charog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charog
As per Census 2011, Charog village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 176 males and 132 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 176 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 23 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 128 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 48 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Charog
Charog 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 Charog
Public transport in the Charog is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Charog is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charog
Where is Charog located?
Charog village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charog?
Charog is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charog?
The pincode of Charog is 174102.
What is the population of Charog?
Charog has a total population of 308, including 176 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Charog?
There are 55 households in Charog.
What is the literacy rate in Charog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charog is 69.16%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 64.39%.