Similipal - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj

Similipal is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Astakuanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Similipal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Similipal is 388631. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.

Similipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Similipal

According to the 2011 Census, Similipal village had a total population of 487 people, including 236 males and 251 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.93%, with male literacy at 32.31% and female literacy at 17.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 417.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Similipal

Similipal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Similipal

Public transport in the Similipal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Similipal is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Similipal is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Similipal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Similipal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Similipal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Similipal village are given below:

FAQs about Similipal