Shilar
Shilar is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Shilar village. As per 2009 stats, Hurang is the gram panchayat of Shilar village.
Shilar has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shilar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilar is 021660. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173209. Kasauli is nearest town to Shilar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Shilar 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 Kasauli 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 Shilar
Population of Shilar
Below is a concise population overview of Shilar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilar village:
- The total population of Shilar village is around 173, including approximately 85 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Shilar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shilar village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Shilar village is about 76.88%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 73.86%.
- There are around 37 households in Shilar village.
Connectivity of Shilar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilar. As per the 2011 stats, Shilar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shilar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shilar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shilar
- Where is Shilar located?
- Shilar village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shilar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shilar is Hurang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shilar?
- The pincode of Shilar is 173209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shilar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilar is 173, with 85 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Shilar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shilar village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shilar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilar is 76.88%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 73.86%.