Simla

Simla is a village located in Purbasthali Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.3km away from sub-district headquarter Purbasthali . Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Simla village. As per 2009 stats, Mertala is the gram panchayat of Simla village.

Simla has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 319598. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713513. Nabadwip 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 2,257 1,197 1,060
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 274 135 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,324 709 615
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,281 741 540
Illiterate Population 976 456 520

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

  • The total population of Simla village is around 2,257, including approximately 1,197 males and 1,060 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simla village has 1,324 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Simla village is about 56.76%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 50.94%.
  • There are around 519 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 10+ 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.

Muragachha Hrishi Falea Sajiara Kuturia Gopipur Kashthasali Chupi Purbbasthali Palaspuli Belgachhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Simla

Where is Simla located?
Simla village is situated in Purbasthali Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Mertala (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 713513, 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 2,257, with 1,197 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 56.76%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 50.94%.