Shimulberi - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Shimulberi is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Sahebganj and around 38.7 km from Cooch Behar. Barasakdal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimulberi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimulberi is 308671. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.82 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shimulberi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shimulberi
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulberi village had a total population of 321 people, including 176 males and 145 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 83.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 321 | 176 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 42 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Shimulberi
Shimulberi 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 Shimulberi
Shimulberi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shimulberi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Shimulberi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Shimulberi is about 38.7 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 Shimulberi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimulberi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shimulberi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimulberi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shimulberi
Where is Shimulberi located?
Shimulberi village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shimulberi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimulberi is Barasakdal.
What is the pincode of Shimulberi?
The pincode of Shimulberi is 736168.
What is the population of Shimulberi?
Shimulberi had a total population of 321, including 176 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Shimulberi?
Shimulberi had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulberi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulberi was 84.83%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 83.58%.