Simulia - Basta, Balasore
Simulia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Singla and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Nabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 392184. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Simulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulia
According to the 2011 Census, Simulia village had a total population of 396 people, including 205 males and 191 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.56%, with male literacy at 90.06% and female literacy at 73.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 396 | 205 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 154 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 51 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Simulia
Simulia 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 Simulia
Simulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Simulia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Simulia is about 40 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 Simulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Nabara.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 756023.
What is the population of Simulia?
Simulia had a total population of 396, including 205 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
Simulia had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia was 81.56%. Male literacy was 90.06% and female literacy was 73.30%.