Shilar
About Shilar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shilar village is 021660. Shilar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 43.76 hectares. Shilar has a total population of 173 peoples, out of which male population is 85 while female population is 88. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1035 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shilar village is 76.88% out of which 80.00% males and 73.86% females are literate. There are about 37 houses in shilar village. Pincode of shilar village locality is 173209.
When it comes to administration, Shilar 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, Shilar village comes under Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kasauli is nearest town to shilar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shilar
The population details of Shilar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Connectivity of Shilar
| 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 |
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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%.