Shilla - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Shilla is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilla is 023421. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.13 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Shilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilla
According to the 2011 Census, Shilla village had a total population of 1,447 people, including 786 males and 661 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 73.78% and female literacy at 53.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,447 | 786 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 515 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 271 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Shilla
Shilla 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 Shilla
Shilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Shilla is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilla
Where is Shilla located?
Shilla village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shilla?
Shilla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shilla?
The pincode of Shilla is 173029.
What is the population of Shilla?
Shilla had a total population of 1,447, including 786 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Shilla?
Shilla had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilla was 64.58%. Male literacy was 73.78% and female literacy was 53.46%.