Shillai - Shillai, Sirmaur
Shillai is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 117 km from Nahan. Naya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shillai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shillai is 023445. The village covers a total geographical area of 1653 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Shillai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shillai
As per Census 2011, Shillai village has a total population of 5,790 people, consisting of 2,961 males and 2,829 females. The village has 1,003 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,734 literate and 2,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shillai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shillai
Shillai 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 Shillai
Shillai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shillai is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shillai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shillai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shillai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shillai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shillai
Where is Shillai located?
Shillai village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shillai?
The Gram Panchayat of Shillai is Naya.
What is the pincode of Shillai?
The pincode of Shillai is 173027.
What is the population of Shillai?
Shillai has a total population of 5,790, including 2,961 males and 2,829 females.
How many households are there in Shillai?
There are 1,003 households in Shillai.
What is the literacy rate in Shillai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shillai is 64.49%. Male literacy is 70.45% and female literacy is 58.25%.