Shimulia
Shimulia is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Dighari is the gram panchayat of Shimulia village.
Here you can discover what makes Shimulia unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Shimulia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shimulia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimulia is 322631. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743262. Bangoan is nearest town to Shimulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shimulia
Population of Shimulia
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulia has a total population of about 1,745, with approximately 886 males and 859 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 478 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 617. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.01%, with male literacy at about 81.49% and female literacy near 64.26%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shimulia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 886 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 72 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 245 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 617 | 322 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 722 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 164 | 307 |
Connectivity of Shimulia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimulia. As per the 2011 stats, Shimulia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shimulia
Knowing the nearby villages of Shimulia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shimulia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shimulia
- Where is Shimulia located?
- Shimulia village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shimulia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Dighari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shimulia?
- The pincode of Shimulia is 743262, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimulia is 1,745, with 886 males and 859 females.
- How many households are there in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shimulia village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimulia is 73.01%. The male literacy rate is 81.49%, while the female literacy rate is 64.26%.