Simulia - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Simulia is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.4 km from Harischandrapur and around 73 km from English Bazar. Barui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 312002. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.05 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Simulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulia
According to the 2011 Census, Simulia village had a total population of 1,885 people, including 956 males and 929 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.58%, with male literacy at 63.62% and female literacy at 47.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 1,885 | 956 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 167 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 502 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 454 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Simulia
Simulia 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 Simulia
Public transport in the Simulia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Simulia is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Simulia is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Barui.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 732140.
What is the population of Simulia?
Simulia had a total population of 1,885, including 956 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
Simulia had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia was 55.58%. Male literacy was 63.62% and female literacy was 47.14%.