Shiladesh - Chirgaon, Shimla
Shiladesh is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shiladesh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiladesh is 026671. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.23 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Shiladesh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shiladesh
According to the 2011 Census, Shiladesh village had a total population of 504 people, including 262 males and 242 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.10%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 57.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 504 | 262 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 168 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 94 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Shiladesh
Shiladesh 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 Shiladesh
Shiladesh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shiladesh is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiladesh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiladesh 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shiladesh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiladesh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiladesh
Where is Shiladesh located?
Shiladesh village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiladesh?
Shiladesh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiladesh?
The pincode of Shiladesh is 171208.
What is the population of Shiladesh?
Shiladesh had a total population of 504, including 262 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Shiladesh?
Shiladesh had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiladesh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiladesh was 68.10%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 57.56%.