Rohru

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?Rohru Himachal Pradesh • India
Rohru
Coordinates: 31°13′N 77°45′E / 31.22, 77.75
Time zone	IST (UTC+5:30)
Area • Elevation	• 1,694 m (5,558 ft)
District(s)	Shimla
Population	6,606 (2001)

Coordinates: 31°13′N 77°45′E / 31.22, 77.75 Rohru is a town and a nagar panchayat in Shimla district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is a small town located at the banks of Pabbar River and it is about 110 kilometres away from Shimla city.

1 Geography
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3 Demographics
4 the heart of a rohru is mohan market main bazzar rohru
5 Recreation
6 Industry
7 References

[edit] Geography

Rohru is located at 31.22° N 77.75° E^[1]. It has an average elevation of 1440 metres (4724 feet).

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[edit] Demographics

As of 2001 India census^[4], Rohru had a population of 6606. Males constitute 59% of the population and females 41%. Rohru has an average literacy rate of 76%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 71%. In Rohru, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.

This is small but bustling town located by the banks of river Pabbar. The valley near Rohru has a garland of attractive spots. This stretch has long been on the anglers beat after trout was introduced to the Pabbar's water in 1938-48. Raja Bajrang Bahadur Singh of Bahadri - popularly known as Raja Bhardi, was particularly fond of this region for scope for trout fishing. He developed this area as an angler's paradise. ACCESS: 115 km from Shimla. It is connected by regular Bus/Taxi services. Nearest Railway Station and Airport is at Shimla (116 km) and (148 km) respectively. CLIMATE: In winter, the temperature can hover around freezing point when heavy woolens are recommended. During summer it remain sunny and cozy. PLACES OF I the heNTEREST: SHIKHRU DEVTA TEMPLE: This is a beautiful temple located in the heart of the town, Shikhru Devta is held in high veneration and is the sight of on annual fair which is celebrated during the month

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[edit] Recreation

The Pabbar river is excellent for trout fishing. There are many trout hatcheries in the villages under the Rohru area which are active. Apart from fishing, other adventure sports such as trekking, Paragliding, hang-gliding and River Rafting are also coming up in a big way. Many Tourism Operators can arrange these services if they are informed in advance. Rohru is also a good destination for hikers and camping enthusiasts.

[edit] Industry

The primary industry of this area is agriculture and the most important crop of that is Apples. Primarily two varieties of apples are grown in and around Rohru: Royal Delicious and Rich Red. Rohru town has an Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) Mandi or Produce Exchange where most of the apples are brought by the orchard owners and purchased by distributors or Industries.the heart of a rohru is mohan market rohru main bazaar.