Shilh - Bagachnogi, Mandi
Shilh is a village situated in the Bagachnogi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Mandi. Khablech serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilh is 015058. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Shilh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilh
According to the 2011 Census, Shilh village had a total population of 201 people, including 109 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 201 | 109 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 84 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Shilh
Shilh 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 Shilh
Shilh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mandi to Shilh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilh
Where is Shilh located?
Shilh village is located in Bagachnogi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shilh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilh is Khablech.
What is the pincode of Shilh?
The pincode of Shilh is 175035.
What is the population of Shilh?
Shilh had a total population of 201, including 109 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Shilh?
Shilh had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilh was 79.31%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 67.50%.