Shillai
About Shillai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shillai village is 023445. Shillai village is located in Shalai tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 117km away from district headquarter Shalai. Shalai is the sub-district headquarter of Shillai village. As per 2009 stats, Shillai village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1653 hectares. Shillai has a total population of 5,790 peoples, out of which male population is 2,961 while female population is 2,829. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shillai village is 64.49% out of which 70.45% males and 58.25% females are literate. There are about 1,003 houses in shillai village. Pincode of shillai village locality is 173027.
When it comes to administration, Shillai 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, Shillai village comes under Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to shillai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shillai
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,790 | 2,961 | 2,829 |
| Literate Population | 3,734 | 2,086 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,056 | 875 | 1,181 |
Connectivity of Shillai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shillai
Frequently Asked Questions about Shillai
Where is Shillai located?
Shillai village is situated in Shalai Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shillai?
Shillai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shillai?
The pincode of Shillai is 173027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shillai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shillai is 5,790, with 2,961 males and 2,829 females.
How many households are there in Shillai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shillai village has a total of 1,003 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shillai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shillai is 64.49%. The male literacy rate is 70.45%, while the female literacy rate is 58.25%.