Silh - Khundian, Kangra
Silh is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khundian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silh is 010942. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.29 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Silh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silh
According to the 2011 Census, Silh village had a total population of 118 people, including 56 males and 62 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Silh
Silh 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 Silh
Silh 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 Dharmsala to Silh is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Silh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Silh
Where is Silh located?
Silh village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silh?
The Gram Panchayat of Silh is Khundian.
What is the pincode of Silh?
The pincode of Silh is 176030.
What is the population of Silh?
Silh had a total population of 118, including 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Silh?
Silh had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silh was 85.71%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 78.57%.