Simageda - Pottangi, Koraput
Simageda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simageda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simageda is 430101. The village falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Simageda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simageda
As per Census 2011, Simageda village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 41 males and 39 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simageda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 41 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Simageda
Simageda 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 Simageda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simageda.
| 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 Jeypur to Simageda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Simageda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simageda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simageda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simageda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simageda 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 Simageda
Where is Simageda located?
Simageda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simageda?
The Gram Panchayat of Simageda is Kotiya.
What is the pincode of Simageda?
The pincode of Simageda is 764039.
What is the population of Simageda?
Simageda has a total population of 80, including 41 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Simageda?
There are 18 households in Simageda.