Simra - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Simra is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 74.1 km from Purulia. Barrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simra is 330224. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.06 hectares and falls under the 723145 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Simra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simra
According to the 2011 Census, Simra village had a total population of 759 people, including 400 males and 359 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.35%, with male literacy at 96.32% and female literacy at 73.10%.
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 | 759 | 400 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 340 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 60 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Simra
Simra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanduka | West | 1.61 km |
| Dhanuktor | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Ashuara | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Bagmanmi | West | 2.74 km |
| Naragarya | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Gabranda | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Achkoda | North | 3.35 km |
| Batmanmi | West | 3.47 km |
| Nildi | East | 3.70 km |
| Dignagar | South-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simra
Simra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanka, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Raghunathpur to Simra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Simra is about 74.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simra 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simra 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 Simra
Where is Simra located?
Simra village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simra?
The Gram Panchayat of Simra is Barrah.
What is the pincode of Simra?
The pincode of Simra is 723145.
What is the population of Simra?
Simra had a total population of 759, including 400 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Simra?
Simra had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simra was 85.35%. Male literacy was 96.32% and female literacy was 73.10%.