Shil

Shil is a village located in Vikramgad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vikramgad (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Borande is the gram panchayat of Shil village.

Shil has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Shil

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shil is 551814. The village spans a total geographical area of 372.53 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Shil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Shil

Below is a concise population overview of Shil as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 697 340 357
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 60 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 697 340 357
Literate Population 407 218 189
Illiterate Population 290 122 168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shil village:

  • The total population of Shil village is around 697, including approximately 340 males and 357 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Shil village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shil village has 697 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shil village is about 58.39%, with male literacy at 64.12% and female literacy at 52.94%.
  • There are around 125 households in Shil village.

Connectivity of Shil

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shil. As per the 2011 stats, Shil 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shil

Knowing the nearby villages of Shil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shil.

Chinchghar Bhopoli Ghaneghar Borande Bangarchole Hatane Shil Zadapoli Sajan Rampur Malwade

Frequently Asked Questions about Shil

Where is Shil located?
Shil village is situated in Vikramgad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shil?
The Gram Panchayat of Shil is Borande (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shil is 697, with 340 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shil village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shil is 58.39%. The male literacy rate is 64.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.94%.