Simalaya
Simalaya is a village located in Chas subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Chas (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Simalaya village.
Simalaya has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Simalaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simalaya is 362692. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 827013. Chas is nearest town to Simalaya village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Simalaya
Below is a concise population overview of Simalaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,423 | 740 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 109 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 460 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 280 | 434 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simalaya village:
- The total population of Simalaya village is around 1,423, including approximately 740 males and 683 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 202 children aged 0–6 years in Simalaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Simalaya village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Simalaya village is about 49.82%, with male literacy at 62.16% and female literacy at 36.46%.
- There are around 256 households in Simalaya village.
Connectivity of Simalaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simalaya. As per the 2011 stats, Simalaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Simalaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Simalaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simalaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Simalaya
- Where is Simalaya located?
- Simalaya village is situated in Chas Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Simalaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Simalaya is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Simalaya?
- The pincode of Simalaya is 827013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Simalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simalaya is 1,423, with 740 males and 683 females.
- How many households are there in Simalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Simalaya village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Simalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simalaya is 49.82%. The male literacy rate is 62.16%, while the female literacy rate is 36.46%.