Shil
Shil is a village located in Rohru tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Rohru. Rohru is the sub-district headquarter of Shil village. As per 2009 stats, Summerkot is the gram panchayat of Shil village.
Here you can discover what makes Shil unique in its vibrant Rohru-Shimla region. You’ll see Shil’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shil is 026524. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171207. Rohru is nearest town to Shil village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shil village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shil
Population of Shil
According to the 2011 Census, Shil has a total population of about 664, with approximately 333 males and 331 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.36%, with male literacy at about 81.68% and female literacy near 71.00%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 333 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 507 | 272 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 61 | 96 |
Connectivity of Shil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shil. As per the 2011 stats, Shil had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shil
Knowing the nearby villages of Shil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shil
- Where is Shil located?
- Shil village is situated in Rohru Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shil?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shil is Summerkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shil?
- The pincode of Shil is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shil is 664, with 333 males and 331 females.
- How many households are there in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shil village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shil is 76.36%. The male literacy rate is 81.68%, while the female literacy rate is 71.00%.