Shila
Shila is a village located in Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Garautha (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Jhansi. As per 2009 stats, Lakhawati is the gram panchayat of Shila village.
Here you can discover what makes Shila unique in its vibrant Garautha-Jhansi region. You’ll see Shila’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 Shila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shila is 152369. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 284204. Jhansi is nearest town to Shila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shila
Population of Shila
According to the 2011 Census, Shila has a total population of about 521, with approximately 288 males and 233 females. The sex ratio is around 809 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 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 76.97%, with male literacy at about 84.72% and female literacy near 67.38%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 288 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 244 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 44 | 76 |
Connectivity of Shila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shila. As per the 2011 stats, Shila 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shila
Knowing the nearby villages of Shila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shila
- Where is Shila located?
- Shila village is situated in Garautha Tehsil, within the Jhansi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shila?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shila is Lakhawati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shila?
- The pincode of Shila is 284204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shila is 521, with 288 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Shila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shila village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shila is 76.97%. The male literacy rate is 84.72%, while the female literacy rate is 67.38%.