Shilani (37/3) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Shilani (37/3) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilani (37/3) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilani (37/3) is 027177. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.03 hectares and falls under the 172115 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shilani (37/3) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilani (37/3)
According to the 2011 Census, Shilani (37/3) village had a total population of 202 people, including 111 males and 91 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.54%, with male literacy at 72.16% and female literacy at 66.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 70 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Shilani (37/3)
Shilani (37/3) 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 Shilani (37/3)
Public transport in the Shilani (37/3) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Reckong Peo to Shilani (37/3) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilani (37/3)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilani (37/3) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shilani (37/3)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilani (37/3) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilani (37/3)
Where is Shilani (37/3) located?
Shilani (37/3) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilani (37/3)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilani (37/3) is Chaura.
What is the pincode of Shilani (37/3)?
The pincode of Shilani (37/3) is 172115.
What is the population of Shilani (37/3)?
Shilani (37/3) had a total population of 202, including 111 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Shilani (37/3)?
Shilani (37/3) had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilani (37/3)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilani (37/3) was 69.54%. Male literacy was 72.16% and female literacy was 66.23%.