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
As per Census 2011, Shil village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 84 males and 85 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Shil?
There are 35 households in Shil.
What is the literacy rate in Shil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shil is 79.29%. Male literacy is 84.52% and female literacy is 74.12%.