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
According to the 2011 Census, Sill village had a total population of 82 people, including 43 males and 39 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.46%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Sill?
Sill had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sill was 78.46%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 73.33%.