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
As per Census 2011, Simla village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 174 males and 160 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simla are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 334, including 174 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Simla?
There are 62 households in Simla.
What is the literacy rate in Simla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simla is 38.92%. Male literacy is 42.53% and female literacy is 35.00%.