Simulia - Santipur, Nadia
Simulia is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 27.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nabla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 321974. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.21 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Ranaghat Uttar paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulia
As per Census 2011, Simulia village has a total population of 1,208 people, consisting of 612 males and 596 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 612 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 282 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 70 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 347 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 265 | 333 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charsimulia | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Pumlia | West | 1.17 km |
| Malipota | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Nabla | East | 1.39 km |
| Brittirchar | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Nilnagar | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Tarapur | South | 2.39 km |
| Gazipur | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Bhikarchar | East | 2.78 km |
| Goalpur | East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulia
Public transport in the Simulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phulia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 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 Santipur to Simulia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Nabla.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 741404.
What is the population of Simulia?
Simulia has a total population of 1,208, including 612 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
There are 277 households in Simulia.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia is 50.50%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 44.13%.