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
As per Census 2011, Simanbadi village has a total population of 3,268 people, consisting of 1,602 males and 1,666 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,926 literate and 1,342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,670 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simanbadi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,268, including 1,602 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Simanbadi?
There are 739 households in Simanbadi.
What is the literacy rate in Simanbadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simanbadi is 58.94%. Male literacy is 69.79% and female literacy is 48.50%.