Shila Kheri - Safidon, Jind
Shila Kheri is a village situated in the Safidon tehsil of Jind district, Haryana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Safidon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jind. Shillakheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shila Kheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shila Kheri is 060244. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 126112 pincode. Safidon is the nearest town.
Shila Kheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Safidon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonipat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shila Kheri
As per Census 2011, Shila Kheri village has a total population of 2,259 people, consisting of 1,240 males and 1,019 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,365 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shila Kheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,259 | 1,240 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 152 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 347 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 862 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 378 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Shila Kheri
Shila Kheri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurgarh | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Rata Khera | East | 1.44 km |
| Karkhana | South | 2.38 km |
| Singhpura | East | 2.45 km |
| Rampura | North | 2.50 km |
| Kharkhara | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Singhana | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Chaaper | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Bahadarpur | East | 4.84 km |
| Khera Khemawati | North-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shila Kheri
Shila Kheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sila Kheri Halt, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jind to Shila Kheri is about 32 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 Shila Kheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shila Kheri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shila Kheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shila Kheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shila Kheri
Where is Shila Kheri located?
Shila Kheri village is located in Safidon Tehsil, Jind district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shila Kheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Shila Kheri is Shillakheri.
What is the pincode of Shila Kheri?
The pincode of Shila Kheri is 126112.
What is the population of Shila Kheri?
Shila Kheri has a total population of 2,259, including 1,240 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Shila Kheri?
There are 434 households in Shila Kheri.
What is the literacy rate in Shila Kheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shila Kheri is 60.42%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 49.36%.