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)
As per Census 2011, Shilani (37/3) village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 111 males and 91 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shilani (37/3) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 202, including 111 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Shilani (37/3)?
There are 41 households in Shilani (37/3).
What is the literacy rate in Shilani (37/3)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilani (37/3) is 59.90%. Male literacy is 63.06% and female literacy is 56.04%.