Sil
Sil is a village located in Kharar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kharar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Sil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sil unique in its vibrant Kharar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sil’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sil is 039045. The village spans a total geographical area of 274 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140413. Kharar is nearest town to Sil village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sil
Population of Sil
According to the 2011 Census, Sil has a total population of about 963, with approximately 494 males and 469 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 572 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.65%, with male literacy at about 77.13% and female literacy near 65.88%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 494 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 295 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 690 | 381 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 113 | 160 |
Connectivity of Sil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sil. As per the 2011 stats, Sil 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sil
Knowing the nearby villages of Sil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sil
- Where is Sil located?
- Sil village is situated in Kharar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sil?
- Sil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sil?
- The pincode of Sil is 140413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sil is 963, with 494 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Sil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sil village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sil is 71.65%. The male literacy rate is 77.13%, while the female literacy rate is 65.88%.