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.
Here you can discover what makes Silh unique in its vibrant Khundian-Kangra region. You’ll see Silh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Silh
Population of Silh
According to the 2011 Census, Silh has a total population of about 118, with approximately 56 males and 62 females. The sex ratio is around 1107 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.27%, with male literacy at about 82.14% and female literacy near 70.97%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
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%.