Shimulia - Sankrail, Jhargram
Shimulia is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Ragrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimulia is 341191. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.25 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shimulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shimulia
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulia village had a total population of 563 people, including 288 males and 275 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.65%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 66.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 563 | 288 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 212 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 76 | 110 |
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
Public transport in the Shimulia is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shimulia
Where is Shimulia located?
Shimulia village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Ragrah.
What is the pincode of Shimulia?
The pincode of Shimulia is 721516.
What is the population of Shimulia?
Shimulia had a total population of 563, including 288 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Shimulia?
Shimulia had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulia was 74.65%. Male literacy was 82.17% and female literacy was 66.80%.