Silla - Saho, Chamba
Silla is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chamba. Sillaghrat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silla is 008008. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.25 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Silla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silla
As per Census 2011, Silla village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 304 males and 297 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 304 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 144 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 160 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Silla
Silla 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 Silla
Silla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chamba to Silla is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silla
Where is Silla located?
Silla village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silla?
The Gram Panchayat of Silla is Sillaghrat.
What is the pincode of Silla?
The pincode of Silla is 176314.
What is the population of Silla?
Silla has a total population of 601, including 304 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Silla?
There are 101 households in Silla.
What is the literacy rate in Silla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silla is 41.10%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 34.68%.