Simulia - Purulia - I, Purulia
Simulia is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Purulia and around 25.5 km from Purulia. Sonaijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulia is 330960. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.76 hectares and falls under the 723102 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simulia
As per Census 2011, Simulia village has a total population of 2,659 people, consisting of 1,389 males and 1,270 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 1,160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,659 | 1,389 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 229 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 249 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 912 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 477 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Simulia
Simulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raybandh | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Kalipur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Uchali | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Dhekiya | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Kotloi | West | 1.96 km |
| Ketika (p) (new J.l.-5) | East | 1.98 km |
| Damda | South | 2.25 km |
| Barakdi | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Balguma | North | 2.98 km |
| Chakda | North-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulia
Public transport in the Simulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purulia Jn, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Simulia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Simulia is about 25.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulia 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 Simulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simulia
Where is Simulia located?
Simulia village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulia is Sonaijuri.
What is the pincode of Simulia?
The pincode of Simulia is 723102.
What is the population of Simulia?
Simulia has a total population of 2,659, including 1,389 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Simulia?
There are 447 households in Simulia.
What is the literacy rate in Simulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulia is 56.37%. Male literacy is 65.66% and female literacy is 46.22%.