Simla

Simla is a village located in Sonamukhi subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Sonamukhi. Bankura is the district headquarter of Simla village. As per 2009 stats, Pearbera is the gram panchayat of Simla village.

Simla has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Simla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simla is 327387. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722207. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Simla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Simla

Below is a concise population overview of Simla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,010 1,043 967
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 129 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,058 552 506
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,042 602 440
Illiterate Population 968 441 527

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simla village:

  • The total population of Simla village is around 2,010, including approximately 1,043 males and 967 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simla village has 1,058 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Simla village is about 51.84%, with male literacy at 57.72% and female literacy at 45.50%.
  • There are around 421 households in Simla village.

Connectivity of Simla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simla. As per the 2011 stats, Simla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Simla

Knowing the nearby villages of Simla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simla.

Belgaria Paschim Dubrajpur Krishna Nagar Uttar Pearbera Chakai Merashol Harishchandrapur Chandansaer Radharamanpur Ulai Pear Bera

Frequently Asked Questions about Simla

Where is Simla located?
Simla village is situated in Sonamukhi Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Pearbera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Simla?
The pincode of Simla is 722207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simla is 2,010, with 1,043 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 51.84%. The male literacy rate is 57.72%, while the female literacy rate is 45.50%.