Simgan - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Simgan is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Rasamtola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simgan is 388913. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Simgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simgan
As per Census 2011, Simgan village has a total population of 810 people, consisting of 416 males and 394 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simgan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 416 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 147 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 287 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 129 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Simgan
Simgan 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhurupada | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Mandua | East | 1.58 km |
| Budhabana | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Sankhua | South | 1.85 km |
| Khandeipada | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Rasamtala | North | 2.32 km |
| Kuduma | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Badabaliposi | South | 2.90 km |
| Kudarsahi | East | 3.32 km |
| Chaturisahi | South-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simgan
Public transport in the Simgan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Simgan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Simgan is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simgan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simgan
Where is Simgan located?
Simgan village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Simgan is Rasamtola.
What is the pincode of Simgan?
The pincode of Simgan is 757037.
What is the population of Simgan?
Simgan has a total population of 810, including 416 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Simgan?
There are 190 households in Simgan.
What is the literacy rate in Simgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simgan is 61.11%. Male literacy is 68.99% and female literacy is 52.79%.