Simultapu -I - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Simultapu -I is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simultapu -I is 279678. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.17 hectares and falls under the 783361 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Simultapu -I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simultapu -I
According to the 2011 Census, Simultapu -I village had a total population of 1,781 people, including 933 males and 848 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 67.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 933 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 127 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 625 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 308 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Simultapu -I
Simultapu -I 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 Simultapu -I
Simultapu -I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Simultapu -I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Simultapu -I is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Simultapu -I is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simultapu -I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simultapu -I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simultapu -I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simultapu -I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simultapu -I
Where is Simultapu -I located?
Simultapu -I village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Simultapu -I?
The pincode of Simultapu -I is 783361.
What is the population of Simultapu -I?
Simultapu -I had a total population of 1,781, including 933 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Simultapu -I?
Simultapu -I had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simultapu -I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simultapu -I was 72.73%. Male literacy was 77.54% and female literacy was 67.56%.