Simulhir - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Simulhir is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 44.4 km from Purulia. Joradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulhir is 330165. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.94 hectares and falls under the 723145 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Simulhir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Simulhir
As per Census 2011, Simulhir village has a total population of 782 people, consisting of 414 males and 368 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulhir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 414 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 284 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 247 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 167 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Simulhir
Simulhir 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 Simulhir
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simulhir. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Simulhir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Simulhir is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Simulhir is about 44.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simulhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simulhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulhir 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 Simulhir
Where is Simulhir located?
Simulhir village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulhir is Joradih.
What is the pincode of Simulhir?
The pincode of Simulhir is 723145.
What is the population of Simulhir?
Simulhir has a total population of 782, including 414 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Simulhir?
There are 141 households in Simulhir.
What is the literacy rate in Simulhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulhir is 47.95%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 34.78%.