Shilhi
Shilhi is a village located in Ani tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 120km away from district headquarter Ani. Ani is the sub-district headquarter of Shilhi village. As per 2009 stats, Ropa is the gram panchayat of Shilhi village.
Here you can discover what makes Shilhi unique in its vibrant Ani-Kullu region. You’ll see Shilhi’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 Shilhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilhi is 012951. The village spans a total geographical area of 387.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172026. Shimla is nearest town to Shilhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 150km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shilhi 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 Anni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shilhi
Population of Shilhi
According to the 2011 Census, Shilhi has a total population of about 2,474, with approximately 1,262 males and 1,212 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 770 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 68.55%, with male literacy at about 76.86% and female literacy near 59.90%. There are around 493 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shilhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,474 | 1,262 | 1,212 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 148 | 132 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 403 | 367 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,696 | 970 | 726 |
Illiterate Population | 778 | 292 | 486 |
Connectivity of Shilhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilhi. As per the 2011 stats, Shilhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shilhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shilhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shilhi
- Where is Shilhi located?
- Shilhi village is situated in Ani Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shilhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shilhi is Ropa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shilhi?
- The pincode of Shilhi is 172026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shilhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilhi is 2,474, with 1,262 males and 1,212 females.
- How many households are there in Shilhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shilhi village has a total of 493 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shilhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilhi is 68.55%. The male literacy rate is 76.86%, while the female literacy rate is 59.90%.