Sila - Kalsi, Dehradun
Sila is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Laccha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sila is 044830. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.29 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sila
As per Census 2011, Sila village has a total population of 240 people, consisting of 118 males and 122 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 34 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sila
Sila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sila
Sila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Sila is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sila is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sila
Where is Sila located?
Sila village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sila?
The Gram Panchayat of Sila is Laccha.
What is the pincode of Sila?
The pincode of Sila is 248001.
What is the population of Sila?
Sila has a total population of 240, including 118 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Sila?
There are 49 households in Sila.
What is the literacy rate in Sila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sila is 58.33%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 45.90%.