Shilwa
About Shilwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shilwa village is 025300. Shilwa village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Shilwa village. As per 2009 stats, Ghoond is the gram panchayat of Shilwa village.
The total geographical area of village is 136.76 hectares. Shilwa has a total population of 321 peoples, out of which male population is 174 while female population is 147. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 844 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shilwa village is 78.50% out of which 86.21% males and 69.39% females are literate. There are about 66 houses in shilwa village. Pincode of shilwa village locality is 171220.
When it comes to administration, Shilwa 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, Shilwa village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to shilwa village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shilwa
The population details of Shilwa 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 | 321 | 174 | 147 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 252 | 150 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Connectivity of Shilwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shilwa
Where is Shilwa located?
Shilwa village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilwa is Ghoond (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shilwa?
The pincode of Shilwa is 171220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shilwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilwa is 321, with 174 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Shilwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilwa village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilwa is 78.50%. The male literacy rate is 86.21%, while the female literacy rate is 69.39%.