Shilawara

Shilawara is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Shilawara village. As per 2009 stats, Shilawara Shivpur is the gram panchayat of Shilawara village.

Shilawara has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shilawara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilawara is 022959. The village spans a total geographical area of 565 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173023. Nahan is nearest town to Shilawara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shilawara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shilawara

Below is a concise population overview of Shilawara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 943 493 450
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 77 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 563 300 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 569 323 246
Illiterate Population 374 170 204

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilawara village:

  • The total population of Shilawara village is around 943, including approximately 493 males and 450 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Shilawara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shilawara village has 563 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shilawara village is about 60.34%, with male literacy at 65.52% and female literacy at 54.67%.
  • There are around 126 households in Shilawara village.

Connectivity of Shilawara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilawara. As per the 2011 stats, Shilawara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Shilawara

Knowing the nearby villages of Shilawara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilawara.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shilawara

Where is Shilawara located?
Shilawara village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilawara is Shilawara Shivpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shilawara?
The pincode of Shilawara is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shilawara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilawara is 943, with 493 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Shilawara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilawara village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilawara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilawara is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 65.52%, while the female literacy rate is 54.67%.