Simalua - Koya, Kamrup
Simalua is a village situated in the Koya subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Bishnupur Balisatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalua is 302450. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.66 hectares and falls under the 781380 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Simalua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalua
As per Census 2011, Simalua village has a total population of 1,685 people, consisting of 854 males and 831 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,257 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,685 | 854 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 680 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 174 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Simalua
Simalua 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 Simalua
Simalua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simalua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Simalua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Simalua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simalua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simalua
Where is Simalua located?
Simalua village is located in Koya Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalua?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalua is Bishnupur Balisatra.
What is the pincode of Simalua?
The pincode of Simalua is 781380.
What is the population of Simalua?
Simalua has a total population of 1,685, including 854 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Simalua?
There are 353 households in Simalua.
What is the literacy rate in Simalua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalua is 74.60%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 69.43%.