Shimulia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Shimulia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Beliabera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimulia is 340527. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.16 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Shimulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shimulia
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulia village had a total population of 498 people, including 261 males and 237 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.12%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 43.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 498 | 261 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 180 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 81 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Shimulia
Shimulia 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 Shimulia
Shimulia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Shimulia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shimulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shimulia
Where is Shimulia located?
Shimulia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shimulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Beliabera.
What is the pincode of Shimulia?
The pincode of Shimulia is 721506.
What is the population of Shimulia?
Shimulia had a total population of 498, including 261 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Shimulia?
Shimulia had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulia was 62.12%. Male literacy was 79.30% and female literacy was 43.20%.