Shimulia - Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur
Shimulia is a village situated in the Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimulia is 337704. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.41 hectares and falls under the 721212 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shimulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shimulia
As per Census 2011, Shimulia village has a total population of 988 people, consisting of 515 males and 473 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shimulia are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 786 | 430 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 85 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Shimulia
Shimulia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shimulia
Shimulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Shimulia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimulia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shimulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimulia 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 Shimulia
Where is Shimulia located?
Shimulia village is located in Ghatal Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Shimulia?
The pincode of Shimulia is 721212.
What is the population of Shimulia?
Shimulia has a total population of 988, including 515 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Shimulia?
There are 189 households in Shimulia.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulia is 79.55%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 75.26%.