Silh
About Silh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Silh village is 010564. Silh village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Silh village. As per 2009 stats, Silh village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 21.59 hectares. Silh has a total population of 438 peoples, out of which male population is 216 while female population is 222. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1027 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of silh village is 76.03% out of which 81.94% males and 70.27% females are literate. There are about 110 houses in silh village. Pincode of silh village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Silh village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Silh village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to silh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Silh
The population details of Silh cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 216 | 222 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 360 | 175 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 39 | 66 |
Connectivity of Silh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Silh
Where is Silh located?
Silh village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silh?
Silh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Silh?
The pincode of Silh is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silh is 438, with 216 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Silh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silh village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silh is 76.03%. The male literacy rate is 81.94%, while the female literacy rate is 70.27%.