Silha - Namhol, Bilaspur
Silha is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sikroha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silha is 019956. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Silha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silha
According to the 2011 Census, Silha village had a total population of 414 people, including 207 males and 207 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.39%, with male literacy at 86.63% and female literacy at 66.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 162 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Silha
Silha 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 Silha
Silha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Silha is about 30 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 Silha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silha 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 Silha
Where is Silha located?
Silha village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silha?
The Gram Panchayat of Silha is Sikroha.
What is the pincode of Silha?
The pincode of Silha is 174032.
What is the population of Silha?
Silha had a total population of 414, including 207 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Silha?
Silha had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silha was 76.39%. Male literacy was 86.63% and female literacy was 66.32%.