Shil
About Shil
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shil village is 026524. Shil village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 213.24 hectares. Shil has a total population of 664 peoples, out of which male population is 333 while female population is 331. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 993 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shil village is 76.36% out of which 81.68% males and 71.00% females are literate. There are about 173 houses in shil village. Pincode of shil village locality is 171207.
When it comes to administration, Shil 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, Shil village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to shil village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shil
The population details of Shil 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 | 664 | 333 | 331 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 507 | 272 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 61 | 96 |
Connectivity of Shil
| 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 |
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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%.