Shilgaon
About Shilgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shilgaon village is 025924. Shilgaon village is located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 166km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Shilgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kiran Bp is the gram panchayat of Shilgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 127 hectares. Shilgaon has a total population of 608 peoples, out of which male population is 301 while female population is 307. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shilgaon village is 74.34% out of which 79.73% males and 69.06% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in shilgaon village. Pincode of shilgaon village locality is 171210.
When it comes to administration, Shilgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shilgaon village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to shilgaon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shilgaon
The population details of Shilgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 301 | 307 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 61 | 95 |
Connectivity of Shilgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shilgaon
Where is Shilgaon located?
Shilgaon village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilgaon is Kiran Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shilgaon?
The pincode of Shilgaon is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilgaon is 608, with 301 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Shilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilgaon village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilgaon is 74.34%. The male literacy rate is 79.73%, while the female literacy rate is 69.06%.