Shilru - Arki, Solan
Shilru is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilru is 020058. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Shilru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilru
According to the 2011 Census, Shilru village had a total population of 81 people, including 38 males and 43 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.41%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 89.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Shilru
Shilru 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 Shilru
Shilru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Shilru is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shilru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilru 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilru
Where is Shilru located?
Shilru village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilru?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilru is Palania.
What is the pincode of Shilru?
The pincode of Shilru is 173208.
What is the population of Shilru?
Shilru had a total population of 81, including 38 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Shilru?
Shilru had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilru was 90.41%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 89.19%.