Similipal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Similipal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Rairakhol and around 89 km from Sambalpur. Similipal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Similipal is 382378. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Similipal
According to the 2011 Census, Similipal village had a total population of 776 people, including 400 males and 376 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.74%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 71.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 400 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 309 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 91 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Similipal
Similipal 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 Similipal
Similipal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Similipal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Similipal is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Similipal
Where is Similipal located?
Similipal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Similipal?
Similipal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Similipal?
The pincode of Similipal is 768106.
What is the population of Similipal?
Similipal had a total population of 776, including 400 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Similipal?
Similipal had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Similipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Similipal was 80.74%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 71.08%.