Simulkundi - Raghunathpur - I, Purulia
Simulkundi is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from Raghunathpur and around 80.6 km from Purulia. Chorpahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulkundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulkundi is 330341. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.31 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. Adra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Simulkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simulkundi
As per Census 2011, Simulkundi village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 228 males and 203 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulkundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 228 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 164 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Simulkundi
Simulkundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puanbad | South | 0.55 km |
| Alaldi | West | 1.28 km |
| Badurdi | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Sija | South | 1.45 km |
| Upar Panchmahuli | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Dhunia | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Shimulberia | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Nischintapur | West | 2.38 km |
| Dabar | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Rambhatdi | East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulkundi
Simulkundi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Metyal Sohar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adra to Simulkundi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Simulkundi is about 80.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simulkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulkundi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simulkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simulkundi
Where is Simulkundi located?
Simulkundi village is located in Raghunathpur - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulkundi is Chorpahari.
What is the pincode of Simulkundi?
The pincode of Simulkundi is 723121.
What is the population of Simulkundi?
Simulkundi has a total population of 431, including 228 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Simulkundi?
There are 80 households in Simulkundi.
What is the literacy rate in Simulkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulkundi is 61.02%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 48.77%.