Simalkia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Simalkia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Baliguda and around 150 km from Phulbani. Budaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalkia is 416790. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Simalkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalkia
According to the 2011 Census, Simalkia village had a total population of 372 people, including 190 males and 182 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.47%, with male literacy at 55.26% and female literacy at 23.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 372 | 190 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 177 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 84 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 106 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Simalkia
Simalkia 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 Simalkia
Public transport in the Simalkia 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 Phulabani to Simalkia is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Simalkia is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simalkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simalkia
Where is Simalkia located?
Simalkia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simalkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalkia is Budaguda.
What is the pincode of Simalkia?
The pincode of Simalkia is 762103.
What is the population of Simalkia?
Simalkia had a total population of 372, including 190 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Simalkia?
Simalkia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simalkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalkia was 39.47%. Male literacy was 55.26% and female literacy was 23.68%.