Shilling - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Shilling is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 218 km from Kyelang. Kungri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilling is 012527. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.32 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Shilling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilling
According to the 2011 Census, Shilling village had a total population of 42 people, including 18 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.85%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Shilling
Shilling 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 Shilling
Shilling is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Shilling is about 218 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shilling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilling
Where is Shilling located?
Shilling village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilling?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilling is Kungri.
What is the pincode of Shilling?
The pincode of Shilling is 172114.
What is the population of Shilling?
Shilling had a total population of 42, including 18 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Shilling?
Shilling had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilling was 84.85%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 77.78%.