Simla - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Simla is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Sabanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simla is 372333. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Simla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simla
As per Census 2011, Simla village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 648 males and 581 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 648 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 105 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 452 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 196 | 347 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Simla 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simla
Where is Simla located?
Simla village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Sabanpur.
What is the pincode of Simla?
The pincode of Simla is 815357.
What is the population of Simla?
Simla has a total population of 1,229, including 648 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Simla?
There are 246 households in Simla.
What is the literacy rate in Simla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simla is 55.82%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 40.28%.