Shil - Sunni, Shimla
Shil is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shil is 024201. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Shil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shil
According to the 2011 Census, Shil village had a total population of 169 people, including 84 males and 85 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.33%, with male literacy at 95.95% and female literacy at 82.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Shil
Shil 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 Shil
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shil is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shil
Where is Shil located?
Shil village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shil?
The Gram Panchayat of Shil is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Shil?
The pincode of Shil is 171301.
What is the population of Shil?
Shil had a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Shil?
Shil had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shil was 89.33%. Male literacy was 95.95% and female literacy was 82.89%.