Simdega - Subdega, Sundargarh
Simdega is a village situated in the Subdega tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Talasara and around 35 km from Sundargarh. Karumkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simdega village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simdega is 384035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1508 hectares and falls under the 770014 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Simdega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simdega
As per Census 2011, Simdega village has a total population of 2,523 people, consisting of 1,266 males and 1,257 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,535 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,081 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simdega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,266 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 167 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,081 | 1,045 | 1,036 |
| Literate Population | 1,535 | 842 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 424 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Simdega
Simdega 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalutungri | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Fataimunda | West | 2.77 km |
| Kurumkel | South | 2.97 km |
| Tentulijharia | North | 3.47 km |
| Rengali | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Latdega | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Kaisar | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Sapdagar | West | 4.83 km |
| Runipani | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Chikatjore | North | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simdega
Public transport in the Simdega is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 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 Sundargarh to Simdega is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Simdega is about 35 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 Simdega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simdega village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simdega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simdega village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simdega
Where is Simdega located?
Simdega village is located in Subdega Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simdega?
The Gram Panchayat of Simdega is Karumkel.
What is the pincode of Simdega?
The pincode of Simdega is 770014.
What is the population of Simdega?
Simdega has a total population of 2,523, including 1,266 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Simdega?
There are 580 households in Simdega.
What is the literacy rate in Simdega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simdega is 60.84%. Male literacy is 66.51% and female literacy is 55.13%.