Simulhir

Simulhir is a village located in Raghunathpur Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.7km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 44.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Joradih is the gram panchayat of Simulhir village.

Simulhir has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Simulhir

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simulhir is 330165. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723145. Santaldih is nearest town to Simulhir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Simulhir

Below is a concise population overview of Simulhir as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simulhir village:

  • The total population of Simulhir village is around 782, including approximately 414 males and 368 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Simulhir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simulhir village has 532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Simulhir village is about 47.95%, with male literacy at 59.66% and female literacy at 34.78%.
  • There are around 141 households in Simulhir village.

Connectivity of Simulhir

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simulhir. As per the 2011 stats, Simulhir had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Simulhir

Knowing the nearby villages of Simulhir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simulhir.

Frequently Asked Questions about Simulhir

Where is Simulhir located?
Simulhir village is situated in Raghunathpur Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulhir is Joradih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Simulhir?
The pincode of Simulhir is 723145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simulhir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simulhir is 782, with 414 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Simulhir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simulhir village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simulhir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simulhir is 47.95%. The male literacy rate is 59.66%, while the female literacy rate is 34.78%.