Silh - Kalol, Bilaspur
Silh is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Bilaspur. Jejwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silh is 019406. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.63 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Silh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silh
As per Census 2011, Silh village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 91 males and 90 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 26 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Silh
Silh 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 Silh
Public transport in the Silh 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 Bilaspur to Silh is about 46 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 Silh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silh
Where is Silh located?
Silh village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silh?
The Gram Panchayat of Silh is Jejwin.
What is the pincode of Silh?
The pincode of Silh is 174017.
What is the population of Silh?
Silh has a total population of 181, including 91 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Silh?
There are 35 households in Silh.
What is the literacy rate in Silh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silh is 59.12%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 46.67%.