Shilahan
Shilahan is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 107km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Shilahan village. As per 2009 stats, Biong Tatva is the gram panchayat of Shilahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shilahan unique in its vibrant Renuka-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shilahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shilahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilahan is 022986. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173023. Nahan is nearest town to Shilahan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shilahan
Population of Shilahan
According to the 2011 Census, Shilahan has a total population of about 251, with approximately 134 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.56%, with male literacy at about 63.43% and female literacy near 57.26%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shilahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 49 | 50 |
Connectivity of Shilahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilahan. As per the 2011 stats, Shilahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shilahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shilahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shilahan
- Where is Shilahan located?
- Shilahan village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shilahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shilahan is Biong Tatva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shilahan?
- The pincode of Shilahan is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shilahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilahan is 251, with 134 males and 117 females.
- How many households are there in Shilahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shilahan village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shilahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilahan is 60.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.26%.