Simulpur - Habra - I, North 24 Parganas
Simulpur is a village situated in the Habra - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Prafullanagar and around 34.8 km from Barasat. Machhlandapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulpur is 322892. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.02 hectares and falls under the 743289 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Simulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulpur
As per Census 2011, Simulpur village has a total population of 2,717 people, consisting of 1,387 males and 1,330 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,997 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,717 | 1,387 | 1,330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 142 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,243 | 632 | 611 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,997 | 1,061 | 936 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 326 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Simulpur
Simulpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghabpur | East | 1.13 km |
| Ankhola | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Panchghara | West | 1.80 km |
| Nangla | West | 1.81 km |
| Ranidanga | East | 1.88 km |
| Rajballabhpur | North | 2.05 km |
| Kamdebkati | South | 2.12 km |
| Baugachhi | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kirttipur | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Kumra | South-West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulpur
Simulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kankra Mirzanagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Simulpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Simulpur is about 34.8 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 Simulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simulpur
Where is Simulpur located?
Simulpur village is located in Habra - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulpur is Machhlandapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Simulpur?
The pincode of Simulpur is 743289.
What is the population of Simulpur?
Simulpur has a total population of 2,717, including 1,387 males and 1,330 females.
How many households are there in Simulpur?
There are 672 households in Simulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Simulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulpur is 73.50%. Male literacy is 76.50% and female literacy is 70.38%.