Question 1

What is शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles)?

Accepted Answer

Shilā Pattikā (शिला पट्टिका) or stone tiles, known regionally as पत्थर की टाइलें (Patthar ki tile), प्रस्तर पट्टिकाएँ (Prastar Pattikaen), and पाषाण पट्टिकाएँ (Pashan Pattikaen), are a traditional construction material in Indic architecture. These tiles, sourced from quarries and mines across the Indian subcontinent, are primarily composed of sedimentary rocks like sandstone and metamorphic rocks such as slate. Density ranges from 2.5-2.8 g/cm³. Porosity varies between 1-10%, influencing durability. Compressive strength is typically 30-120 MPa, while the thermal expansion coefficient is 8-12 x 10⁻⁶/°C. Extensively employed during the Medieval and Colonial periods by dynasties like the Rajput and Vijayanagara, Shilā Pattikā served as flooring, roofing, paving, and wall cladding in heritage sites. Traditional construction methods involved skilled artisans shaping the stone. Conservation efforts address weathering and erosion, employing techniques to preserve the integrity of these पाषाण (Pashana) elements [1].

Question 2

What type of material is शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles)?

Accepted Answer

शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) is classified as Sedimentary Rock, Metamorphic Rock, Natural Stone. Key properties include Density: 2.5-2.8 g/cm³, Porosity: 1-10%, Compressive strength: 30-120 MPa.

Question 3

Where is शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) used?

Accepted Answer

शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) is commonly used in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka. It is sourced from Rajasthan sandstone quarries, Andhra Pradesh slate quarries, Specific geographic sources.

Question 4

How is शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) used in heritage architecture?

Accepted Answer

शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) is used for Flooring, Roofing, Paving, Wall cladding, Courtyard paving, Terrace flooring in heritage architecture. It is found in 1 heritage sites.

Title	शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare Śilā Paṭṭikāẽ Stone Tiles 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Shilā Pattikā (शिला पट्टिका) or stone tiles, known regionally as पत्थर की टाइलें (Patthar ki tile), प्रस्तर पट्टिकाएँ (Prastar Pattikaen), and पाषाण पट्टिकाएँ (Pashan Pattikaen), are a traditional construction material in Indic architecture. These tiles, sourced from quarries and mines across the Indian subcontinent, are primarily composed of sedimentary rocks like sandstone and metamorphic rocks such as slate. Density ranges from 2.5-2.8 g/cm³. Porosity varies between 1-10%, influencing durability. Compressive strength is typically 30-120 MPa, while the thermal expansion coefficient is 8-12 x 10⁻⁶/°C. Extensively employed during the Medieval and Colonial periods by dynasties like the Rajput and Vijayanagara, Shilā Pattikā served as flooring, roofing, paving, and wall cladding in heritage sites. Traditional construction methods involved skilled artisans shaping the stone. Conservation efforts address weathering and erosion, employing techniques to preserve the integrity of these पाषाण (Pashana) elements [1].
Also Known As	Stone Tiles Śilā Paṭṭikāẽ Stone Tiles Paving Stones Flagstones पत्थर की टाइलें प्रस्तर पट्टिकाएँ पाषाण पट्टिकाएँ கல் ஓடுகள் (Kal Ōṭukaḷ) రాతి పలకలు (Rāti palakalu) ಕಲ್ಲಿನ ಹೆಂಚುಗಳು (Kallina henchugaḷu)
Tags	शिला पट्टिका Shilā Pattikā Stone Tiles Sandstone Slate Flagstone Paving Quarry
Material ID	`INHFMAT-086316679-20-11-25-SS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/stone-tiles
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/stone-tiles`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 20, 2025
Last Updated	November 28, 2025

Time Periods	Medieval Period Colonial Period
Dynasties	Rajput Dynasty Vijayanagara Dynasty

Title	शिला पट्टिकाएँ (Stone Tiles) 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare Śilā Paṭṭikāẽ Stone Tiles 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Shilā Pattikā (शिला पट्टिका) or stone tiles, known regionally as पत्थर की टाइलें (Patthar ki tile), प्रस्तर पट्टिकाएँ (Prastar Pattikaen), and पाषाण पट्टिकाएँ (Pashan Pattikaen), are a traditional construction material in Indic architecture. These tiles, sourced from quarries and mines across the Indian subcontinent, are primarily composed of sedimentary rocks like sandstone and metamorphic rocks such as slate. Density ranges from 2.5-2.8 g/cm³. Porosity varies between 1-10%, influencing durability. Compressive strength is typically 30-120 MPa, while the thermal expansion coefficient is 8-12 x 10⁻⁶/°C. Extensively employed during the Medieval and Colonial periods by dynasties like the Rajput and Vijayanagara, Shilā Pattikā served as flooring, roofing, paving, and wall cladding in heritage sites. Traditional construction methods involved skilled artisans shaping the stone. Conservation efforts address weathering and erosion, employing techniques to preserve the integrity of these पाषाण (Pashana) elements [1].
Also Known As	Stone Tiles Śilā Paṭṭikāẽ Stone Tiles Paving Stones Flagstones पत्थर की टाइलें प्रस्तर पट्टिकाएँ पाषाण पट्टिकाएँ கல் ஓடுகள் (Kal Ōṭukaḷ) రాతి పలకలు (Rāti palakalu) ಕಲ್ಲಿನ ಹೆಂಚುಗಳು (Kallina henchugaḷu)
Tags	शिला पट्टिका Shilā Pattikā Stone Tiles Sandstone Slate Flagstone Paving Quarry
Material ID	`INHFMAT-086316679-20-11-25-SS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/stone-tiles
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/stone-tiles`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	1
Created	November 20, 2025
Last Updated	November 28, 2025

Time Periods	Medieval Period Colonial Period
Dynasties	Rajput Dynasty Vijayanagara Dynasty

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