Silon - Churah, Chamba
Silon is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 112 km from Chamba. Devi Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silon is 006925. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Silon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silon
As per Census 2011, Silon village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 221 males and 195 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 221 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 98 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 123 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Silon
Silon 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 Silon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Silon is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silon 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 Silon
Where is Silon located?
Silon village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silon?
The Gram Panchayat of Silon is Devi Kothi.
What is the pincode of Silon?
The pincode of Silon is 176316.
What is the population of Silon?
Silon has a total population of 416, including 221 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Silon?
There are 75 households in Silon.
What is the literacy rate in Silon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silon is 36.06%. Male literacy is 44.34% and female literacy is 26.67%.