Simulia - Chapra, Nadia
Simulia is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangaljhi and around 27.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Maheshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 321583. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.15 hectares and falls under the 741508 pincode.
Simulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Simulia
Simulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panch Pota | East | 1.03 km |
| Chaksimulia | East | 1.24 km |
| Dudkhola | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Uttar Rangiarpota | North | 1.64 km |
| Amjhupi | South | 1.65 km |
| Dakshin Ramgiarpota | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Elangi | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Naeayanpur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Dangna | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Karuigachhi | South-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulia
Simulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnanagar to Simulia is about 27.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Maheshpur.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 741508.