Silh

Silh is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Silh village. As per 2009 stats, Khundian is the gram panchayat of Silh village.

Silh has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Silh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silh is 010942. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Silh village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Silh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Silh

Below is a concise population overview of Silh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 118 56 62
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 7 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 22 12 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 90 46 44
Illiterate Population 28 10 18

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silh village:

  • The total population of Silh village is around 118, including approximately 56 males and 62 females, with a sex ratio of 1107 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Silh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silh village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Silh village is about 76.27%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 70.97%.
  • There are around 27 households in Silh village.

Connectivity of Silh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silh. As per the 2011 stats, Silh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Silh

Knowing the nearby villages of Silh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silh.

Frequently Asked Questions about Silh

Where is Silh located?
Silh village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silh?
The Gram Panchayat of Silh is Khundian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Silh?
The pincode of Silh is 176030, 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 118, with 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Silh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silh village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silh is 76.27%. The male literacy rate is 82.14%, while the female literacy rate is 70.97%.