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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Shimulia village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 261 males and 237 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shimulia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 498, including 261 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Shimulia?
There are 113 households in Shimulia.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulia is 54.02%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 37.55%.