Simla
About Simla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Simla village is 324634. Simla village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 21.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Somaspur Ii is the gram panchayat of Simla village.
The total geographical area of village is 112.34 hectares. Simla has a total population of 1,337 peoples, out of which male population is 664 while female population is 673. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of simla village is 62.60% out of which 68.98% males and 56.32% females are literate. There are about 320 houses in simla village. Pincode of simla village locality is 712302.
When it comes to administration, Simla village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Simla village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to simla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Simla
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 664 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 458 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 206 | 294 |
Connectivity of Simla
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Simla
Where is Simla located?
Simla village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Somaspur Ii (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 712302, 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 1,337, with 664 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 62.60%. The male literacy rate is 68.98%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.