Shimulia
Shimulia is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shimulia village. As per 2009 stats, Mohanpur is the gram panchayat of Shimulia village.
Shimulia 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 Shimulia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimulia is 337704. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.41 hectares. Ghatal is nearest town to Shimulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shimulia
Population of Shimulia
Below is a concise population overview of Shimulia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 515 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 158 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 786 | 430 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 85 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shimulia village:
- The total population of Shimulia village is around 988, including approximately 515 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Shimulia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shimulia village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shimulia village is about 79.55%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 75.26%.
- There are around 189 households in Shimulia village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shimulia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Mohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimulia is 988, with 515 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shimulia village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimulia is 79.55%. The male literacy rate is 83.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.26%.