Simda - Duldula, Jashpur
Simda is a village situated in the Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duldula and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Simda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simda is 434121. The village covers a total geographical area of 1241.39 hectares and falls under the 496334 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Simda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simda
As per Census 2011, Simda village has a total population of 1,678 people, consisting of 847 males and 831 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 818 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 847 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 112 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 818 | 423 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 560 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 287 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Simda
Simda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhandhamba | West | 2.26 km |
| Sapghara | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Sirimkela | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Bangaon | East | 4.30 km |
| Makaribandha | South | 4.62 km |
| Dandahadih | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Chatakpur | North | 5.57 km |
| Dobh | East | 5.64 km |
| Dandpani | East | 5.87 km |
| Gariajor | South-East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simda
Simda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Simda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Simda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simda
Where is Simda located?
Simda village is located in Duldula Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simda?
Simda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simda?
The pincode of Simda is 496334.
What is the population of Simda?
Simda has a total population of 1,678, including 847 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Simda?
There are 395 households in Simda.
What is the literacy rate in Simda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simda is 57.27%. Male literacy is 66.12% and female literacy is 48.26%.