Simoda - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Simoda is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kundei and around 129 km from Nabarangapur . Parichipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simoda is 427300. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 764074 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Simoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simoda
As per Census 2011, Simoda village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 525 males and 495 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 866 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 525 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 866 | 446 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 302 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 223 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Simoda
Simoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumuda | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Koradihi | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Dhungiadihi | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Ampara | North | 4.18 km |
| Halda | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Parchipara | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Kibekonga | South | 4.89 km |
| Dhanara | North | 5.20 km |
| Ravanaguda | North-East | 5.36 km |
| Banskot | North-West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simoda
Public transport in the Simoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Umarkote to Simoda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Simoda is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simoda 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 Simoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simoda
Where is Simoda located?
Simoda village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Simoda is Parichipara.
What is the pincode of Simoda?
The pincode of Simoda is 764074.
What is the population of Simoda?
Simoda has a total population of 1,020, including 525 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Simoda?
There are 204 households in Simoda.
What is the literacy rate in Simoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simoda is 46.96%. Male literacy is 57.52% and female literacy is 35.76%.