Sill - Nalagarh, Solan
Sill is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Saraur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sill is 020887. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.89 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Sill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sill
As per Census 2011, Sill village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 43 males and 39 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sill are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sill
Sill 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 Sill
Public transport in the Sill 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 Sill is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sill village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sill
Where is Sill located?
Sill village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sill?
The Gram Panchayat of Sill is Saraur.
What is the pincode of Sill?
The pincode of Sill is 174101.
What is the population of Sill?
Sill has a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Sill?
There are 17 households in Sill.
What is the literacy rate in Sill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sill is 62.20%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 56.41%.