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
As per Census 2011, Simulia village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 205 males and 191 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 396, including 205 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
There are 91 households in Simulia.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia is 71.46%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 67.54%.