Simul Gachi - Nabadwip, Nadia
Simul Gachi is a village situated in the Nabadwip subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshganj and around 12.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Majdia Pansila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simul Gachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simul Gachi is 321671. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.58 hectares and falls under the 741317 pincode. Nabadwip is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simul Gachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simul Gachi
As per Census 2011, Simul Gachi village has a total population of 3,090 people, consisting of 1,601 males and 1,489 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,830 literate and 1,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simul Gachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,090 | 1,601 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 175 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 199 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,830 | 1,009 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 592 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Simul Gachi
Simul Gachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahman Para | East | 1.17 km |
| Brahmanagar | North | 1.24 km |
| Pansila | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Parmedia | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Char Brahmanagar (ct) | North | 2.26 km |
| Usidpur | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Bhaluka | South | 3.22 km |
| Bankar Dhopadi | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Kundapara | East | 3.81 km |
| Bishnupur | East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simul Gachi
Simul Gachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nabadwip Dham, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabadwip to Simul Gachi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Simul Gachi is about 12.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simul Gachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simul Gachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simul Gachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simul Gachi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simul Gachi
Where is Simul Gachi located?
Simul Gachi village is located in Nabadwip Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simul Gachi?
The Gram Panchayat of Simul Gachi is Majdia Pansila.
What is the pincode of Simul Gachi?
The pincode of Simul Gachi is 741317.
What is the population of Simul Gachi?
Simul Gachi has a total population of 3,090, including 1,601 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Simul Gachi?
There are 784 households in Simul Gachi.
What is the literacy rate in Simul Gachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simul Gachi is 59.22%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 55.14%.