Bara Simulia - Nakashipara, Nadia
Bara Simulia is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 34.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Bilkumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Simulia is 321498. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.07 hectares and falls under the 741126 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bara 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 Palashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Simulia
As per Census 2011, Bara Simulia village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 225 males and 213 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Simulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 225 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 224 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 364 | 205 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 20 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Simulia
Bara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalibas | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Chak Purbba Simulia | West | 1.82 km |
| Patikabari | South | 1.91 km |
| Radhanagar | East | 2.46 km |
| Chak Paschim Simulia | West | 2.50 km |
| Dhaparia | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Chenga | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Dhananjoypur | North | 3.40 km |
| Chhota Simulia | West | 3.58 km |
| Mahesnagar | South-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Simulia
Bara Simulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Krishna Nagar to Bara Simulia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Bara Simulia is about 34.5 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 Bara Simulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Simulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara Simulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Simulia
Where is Bara Simulia located?
Bara Simulia village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Simulia is Bilkumari.
What is the pincode of Bara Simulia?
The pincode of Bara Simulia is 741126.
What is the population of Bara Simulia?
Bara Simulia has a total population of 438, including 225 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Bara Simulia?
There are 97 households in Bara Simulia.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Simulia is 83.11%. Male literacy is 91.11% and female literacy is 74.65%.