Simla

Simla is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Baradumaria is the gram panchayat of Simla village.

Simla has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Simla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simla is 371979. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia is nearest town to Simla village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Simla

Below is a concise population overview of Simla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 317 161 156
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 34 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 317 161 156
Literate Population 194 113 81
Illiterate Population 123 48 75

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simla village:

  • The total population of Simla village is around 317, including approximately 161 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simla village has 317 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Simla village is about 61.20%, with male literacy at 70.19% and female literacy at 51.92%.
  • There are around 63 households in Simla village.

Connectivity of Simla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simla. As per the 2011 stats, Simla 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Simla

Knowing the nearby villages of Simla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simla.

Panrria Gumro Bhutahi Tumabel Jawanbank Naujora Battubathan Ghormundani Garapathar Kapsio Baramasia

Frequently Asked Questions about Simla

Where is Simla located?
Simla village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Baradumaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Simla?
The pincode of Simla is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simla is 317, with 161 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 61.20%. The male literacy rate is 70.19%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.