Simla

Simla is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 29.3km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Simla village. As per 2009 stats, Belpahari is the gram panchayat of Simla village.

Simla has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Simla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simla is 335611. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721501. Jhargram is nearest town to Simla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Simla

Below is a concise population overview of Simla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 985 483 502
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 63 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 569 261 308
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 5 6
Literate Population 556 311 245
Illiterate Population 429 172 257

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simla village:

  • The total population of Simla village is around 985, including approximately 483 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simla village has 569 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Simla village is about 56.45%, with male literacy at 64.39% and female literacy at 48.80%.
  • There are around 265 households in Simla village.

Connectivity of Simla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simla. As per the 2011 stats, Simla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Simla

Knowing the nearby villages of Simla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Simla

Where is Simla located?
Simla village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simla is Belpahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Simla?
The pincode of Simla is 721501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simla is 985, with 483 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simla village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simla is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.39%, while the female literacy rate is 48.80%.