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
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulia village had a total population of 988 people, including 515 males and 473 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.66%, with male literacy at 96.20% and female literacy at 84.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 988, including 515 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Shimulia?
Shimulia had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimulia was 90.66%. Male literacy was 96.20% and female literacy was 84.76%.