Silwin - Kalol, Bilaspur
Silwin is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Bilaspur. Jejwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silwin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silwin is 019447. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.98 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Silwin 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 Silwin
As per Census 2011, Silwin village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 175 males and 174 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silwin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 139 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 36 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Silwin
Silwin 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 Silwin
Public transport in the Silwin 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 Silwin is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silwin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silwin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silwin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silwin 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 Silwin
Where is Silwin located?
Silwin village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silwin?
The Gram Panchayat of Silwin is Jejwin.
What is the pincode of Silwin?
The pincode of Silwin is 174017.
What is the population of Silwin?
Silwin has a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Silwin?
There are 76 households in Silwin.
What is the literacy rate in Silwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwin is 73.93%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 68.39%.