Shillai
Shillai is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Shillai unique in its vibrant Shalai-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Shillai’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 Shillai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shillai is 023445. The village spans a total geographical area of 1653 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173027. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Shillai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shillai 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 Shillai 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.
Google Map of Shillai
Population of Shillai
According to the 2011 Census, Shillai has a total population of about 5,790, with approximately 2,961 males and 2,829 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 810 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,733 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.49%, with male literacy at about 70.45% and female literacy near 58.25%. There are around 1,003 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shillai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,790 | 2,961 | 2,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 408 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,733 | 885 | 848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,734 | 2,086 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,056 | 875 | 1,181 |
Connectivity of Shillai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shillai. As per the 2011 stats, Shillai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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
Knowing the nearby villages of Shillai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around 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%.