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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Silwin village had a total population of 349 people, including 175 males and 174 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 74.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Silwin?
Silwin had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwin was 81.13%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 74.84%.