Simlabari - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Simlabari is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Simlabari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simlabari is 281869. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.35 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Simlabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simlabari
As per Census 2011, Simlabari village has a total population of 5,516 people, consisting of 2,798 males and 2,718 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 969 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,806 literate and 2,710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simlabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,516 | 2,798 | 2,718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 969 | 512 | 457 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,806 | 1,526 | 1,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,710 | 1,272 | 1,438 |
Nearby Villages of Simlabari
Simlabari 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 Simlabari
Simlabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhipur to Simlabari is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Simlabari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simlabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simlabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simlabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simlabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simlabari
Where is Simlabari located?
Simlabari village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simlabari?
Simlabari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simlabari?
The pincode of Simlabari is 783120.
What is the population of Simlabari?
Simlabari has a total population of 5,516, including 2,798 males and 2,718 females.
How many households are there in Simlabari?
There are 1,085 households in Simlabari.
What is the literacy rate in Simlabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simlabari is 50.87%. Male literacy is 54.54% and female literacy is 47.09%.