Silana-Ii - Kotkhai, Shimla
Silana-Ii is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Darkoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silana-Ii village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silana-Ii is 026273. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.22 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Silana-Ii village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Silana-Ii
According to the 2011 Census, Silana-Ii village had a total population of 194 people, including 92 males and 102 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.30%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 63.53%.
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 | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Silana-Ii
Silana-Ii 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 Silana-Ii
Public transport in the Silana-Ii 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 Shimla to Silana-Ii is about 72 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 Silana-Ii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silana-Ii 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silana-Ii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silana-Ii 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silana-Ii
Where is Silana-Ii located?
Silana-Ii village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silana-Ii?
The Gram Panchayat of Silana-Ii is Darkoti.
What is the pincode of Silana-Ii?
The pincode of Silana-Ii is 171202.
What is the population of Silana-Ii?
Silana-Ii had a total population of 194, including 92 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Silana-Ii?
Silana-Ii had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silana-Ii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silana-Ii was 70.30%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 63.53%.