Shiling
Shiling is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Siling is the gram panchayat of Shiling village.
Here you can discover what makes Shiling unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Shiling’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 Shiling
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiling is 054328. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Shiling village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Shiling
Population of Shiling
According to the 2011 Census, Shiling has a total population of about 1,659, with approximately 739 males and 920 females. The sex ratio is around 1244 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 305 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 60.10%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 50.65%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiling's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,659 | 739 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 149 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 140 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 997 | 531 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 208 | 454 |
Connectivity of Shiling
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiling. As per the 2011 stats, Shiling 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiling
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiling helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiling.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiling
- Where is Shiling located?
- Shiling village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiling?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiling is Siling (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shiling?
- The pincode of Shiling is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiling is 1,659, with 739 males and 920 females.
- How many households are there in Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiling village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiling as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiling is 60.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 50.65%.