Shilgaon - Nerwa, Shimla
Shilgaon is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 166 km from Shimla. Kiran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilgaon is 025924. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Shilgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilgaon
As per Census 2011, Shilgaon village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 301 males and 307 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shilgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 301 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 240 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 61 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Shilgaon
Shilgaon 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 Shilgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shilgaon.
| 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 Shimla to Shilgaon is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilgaon 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 Shilgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilgaon
Where is Shilgaon located?
Shilgaon village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilgaon is Kiran.
What is the pincode of Shilgaon?
The pincode of Shilgaon is 171210.
What is the population of Shilgaon?
Shilgaon has a total population of 608, including 301 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Shilgaon?
There are 101 households in Shilgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shilgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilgaon is 74.34%. Male literacy is 79.73% and female literacy is 69.06%.