Shiltham
Shiltham is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Robertsganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Shiltham village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shiltham unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Shiltham’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 Shiltham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiltham is 213864. The village spans a total geographical area of 1206.15 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Shiltham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Shiltham
Population of Shiltham
According to the 2011 Census, Shiltham has a total population of about 3,355, with approximately 1,761 males and 1,594 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 619 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,927 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.66%, with male literacy at about 56.79% and female literacy near 33.38%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiltham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,355 | 1,761 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 316 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,927 | 1,008 | 919 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,532 | 1,000 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,823 | 761 | 1,062 |
Connectivity of Shiltham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiltham. As per the 2011 stats, Shiltham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiltham
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiltham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiltham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiltham
- Where is Shiltham located?
- Shiltham village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiltham?
- Shiltham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shiltham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiltham is 3,355, with 1,761 males and 1,594 females.
- How many households are there in Shiltham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiltham village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiltham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiltham is 45.66%. The male literacy rate is 56.79%, while the female literacy rate is 33.38%.