Simulguri
Simulguri is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.9km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 16.4km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Haribhanga is the gram panchayat of Simulguri village.
Here you can discover what makes Simulguri unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Simulguri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Simulguri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simulguri is 308097. The village spans a total geographical area of 432.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736157. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Simulguri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Simulguri
Population of Simulguri
According to the 2011 Census, Simulguri has a total population of about 2,329, with approximately 1,197 males and 1,132 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.15%, with male literacy at about 68.34% and female literacy near 59.72%. There are around 538 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Simulguri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,197 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,488 | 765 | 723 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 818 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 379 | 456 |
Connectivity of Simulguri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simulguri. As per the 2011 stats, Simulguri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Simulguri
Knowing the nearby villages of Simulguri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simulguri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Simulguri
- Where is Simulguri located?
- Simulguri village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Simulguri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Simulguri is Haribhanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Simulguri?
- The pincode of Simulguri is 736157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Simulguri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simulguri is 2,329, with 1,197 males and 1,132 females.
- How many households are there in Simulguri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Simulguri village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Simulguri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simulguri is 64.15%. The male literacy rate is 68.34%, while the female literacy rate is 59.72%.