Simanbadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Simanbadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Simanbadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simanbadi is 417385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1601 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Simanbadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simanbadi
According to the 2011 Census, Simanbadi village had a total population of 3,268 people, including 1,602 males and 1,666 females, living in 739 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.74%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 56.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,670.
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 | 3,268 | 1,602 | 1,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 234 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,670 | 802 | 868 |
| Literate Population | 1,926 | 1,118 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,342 | 484 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Simanbadi
Simanbadi 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 Simanbadi
Public transport in the Simanbadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Simanbadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Simanbadi is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simanbadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simanbadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simanbadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simanbadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simanbadi
Where is Simanbadi located?
Simanbadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simanbadi?
Simanbadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simanbadi?
The pincode of Simanbadi is 762104.
What is the population of Simanbadi?
Simanbadi had a total population of 3,268, including 1,602 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Simanbadi?
Simanbadi had 739 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simanbadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simanbadi was 68.74%. Male literacy was 81.73% and female literacy was 56.35%.