Shil
About Shil
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shil village is 021458. Shil village is located in Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 39km away from district headquarter Kuthar. Kuthar is the sub-district headquarter of Shil village. As per 2009 stats, Jagjit Nagar is the gram panchayat of Shil village.
The total geographical area of village is 191 hectares. Shil has a total population of 358 peoples, out of which male population is 175 while female population is 183. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1045 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shil village is 72.35% out of which 81.71% males and 63.39% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in shil village. Pincode of shil village locality is 173225.
When it comes to administration, Shil 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, Shil village comes under Doon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Solan is nearest town to shil village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shil
The population details of Shil 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 | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 32 | 67 |
Connectivity of Shil
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shil
Where is Shil located?
Shil village is situated in Krishangarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shil?
The Gram Panchayat of Shil is Jagjit Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shil?
The pincode of Shil is 173225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shil is 358, with 175 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shil village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shil is 72.35%. The male literacy rate is 81.71%, while the female literacy rate is 63.39%.