Shillora - Renuka, Sirmaur
Shillora is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilawara Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shillora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shillora is 022959. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Shillora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shillora
As per Census 2011, Shillora village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 493 males and 450 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shillora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 493 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 300 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 323 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 170 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Shillora
Shillora 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 Shillora
Shillora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shillora is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shillora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shillora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shillora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shillora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shillora
Where is Shillora located?
Shillora village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shillora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shillora is Shilawara Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Shillora?
The pincode of Shillora is 173032.
What is the population of Shillora?
Shillora has a total population of 943, including 493 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Shillora?
There are 126 households in Shillora.
What is the literacy rate in Shillora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shillora is 60.34%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 54.67%.