Simulia - Soro, Balasore
Simulia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Balanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 393975. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 31 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 Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulia
As per Census 2011, Simulia village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 542 males and 512 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 858 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 542 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 466 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 76 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Simulia
Simulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Julungia | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Subarnapur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Reoda | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Bartana | North | 1.51 km |
| Mukteswarpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Pannada | South | 1.56 km |
| Chakasubarnapur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Sampur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Chakghodasahi | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Belapur | South-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulia
Public transport in the Simulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Simulia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Simulia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Balanga.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 756045.
What is the population of Simulia?
Simulia has a total population of 1,054, including 542 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
There are 297 households in Simulia.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia is 81.40%. Male literacy is 85.98% and female literacy is 76.56%.