Simila - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Simila is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Golamundakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simila is 389479. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Simila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simila
As per Census 2011, Simila village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 103 males and 109 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Simila
Simila 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 Simila
Simila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Simila is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simila 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simila
Where is Simila located?
Simila village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simila?
The Gram Panchayat of Simila is Golamundakata.
What is the pincode of Simila?
The pincode of Simila is 757032.
What is the population of Simila?
Simila has a total population of 212, including 103 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Simila?
There are 64 households in Simila.
What is the literacy rate in Simila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simila is 56.13%. Male literacy is 64.08% and female literacy is 48.62%.