Simla - Palojori, Deoghar
Simla is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Sagarajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simla is 355430. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.7 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Simla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simla
According to the 2011 Census, Simla village had a total population of 334 people, including 174 males and 160 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.06%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 42.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 334 | 174 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 74 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 100 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Simla
Simla 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 Simla
Simla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Simla is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simla 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simla
Where is Simla located?
Simla village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Sagarajore.
What is the pincode of Simla?
The pincode of Simla is 814146.
What is the population of Simla?
Simla had a total population of 334, including 174 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Simla?
Simla had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simla was 49.06%. Male literacy was 55.22% and female literacy was 42.75%.