Simla
Simla is a village located in Serampur Uttarpara subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.9km away from sub-district headquarter Serampur (tehsildar office) and 23.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rajyadharpur is the gram panchayat of Simla village.
Simla has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 325568. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712203. Sirampur is nearest town to Simla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
As per 2019 stats, Simla village comes under Sreerampur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Simla
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,164 | 1,630 | 1,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,418 | 732 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,545 | 1,388 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 242 | 377 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simla village:
- The total population of Simla village is around 3,164, including approximately 1,630 males and 1,534 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Simla village has 1,418 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Simla village is about 80.44%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 75.42%.
- There are around 811 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Simla
- Where is Simla located?
- Simla village is situated in Serampur Uttarpara Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Rajyadharpur (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 712203, 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 3,164, with 1,630 males and 1,534 females.
- How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 811 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 80.44%. The male literacy rate is 85.15%, while the female literacy rate is 75.42%.