Shimulia
Shimulia is a village located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shimulia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Beliabera is the gram panchayat of Shimulia village.
Here you can discover what makes Shimulia unique in its vibrant Gopiballavpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur 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 340527. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721517. Jhargram is nearest town to Shimulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shimulia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shimulia
Population of Shimulia
According to the 2011 Census, Shimulia has a total population of about 498, with approximately 261 males and 237 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 290 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 139. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.02%, with male literacy at about 68.97% and female literacy near 37.55%. There are around 113 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 | 498 | 261 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 180 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 81 | 148 |
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 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 Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shimulia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shimulia is Beliabera (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 721517, 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 498, with 261 males and 237 females.
- How many households are there in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shimulia village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shimulia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimulia is 54.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.97%, while the female literacy rate is 37.55%.