Simakhai - Asika, Ganjam
Simakhai is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Khanda Deuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simakhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simakhai is 411288. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simakhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Simakhai
As per Census 2011, Simakhai village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 125 males and 104 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simakhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 107 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 18 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Simakhai
Simakhai 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 Simakhai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Simakhai.
| 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 Asika to Simakhai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Simakhai is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simakhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simakhai 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 Simakhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simakhai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simakhai
Where is Simakhai located?
Simakhai village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simakhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Simakhai is Khanda Deuli.
What is the pincode of Simakhai?
The pincode of Simakhai is 761110.
What is the population of Simakhai?
Simakhai has a total population of 229, including 125 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Simakhai?
There are 46 households in Simakhai.
What is the literacy rate in Simakhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simakhai is 70.31%. Male literacy is 85.60% and female literacy is 51.92%.