Simulbaria - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Simulbaria is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 65.8 km from Alipore. Dhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simulbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simulbaria is 334666. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.7 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Simulbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simulbaria
As per Census 2011, Simulbaria village has a total population of 2,185 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,076 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,019 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simulbaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,109 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 531 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 740 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 369 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Simulbaria
Simulbaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobindadebpur | East | 1.04 km |
| Kalicharanpur | North | 1.05 km |
| Ramdebpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Kautala | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Nakali | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Lakshminarayanpur | South | 1.63 km |
| Krishnarampurbeje | North | 1.75 km |
| Chitranagar | West | 1.80 km |
| Malaya | East | 2.19 km |
| Harinkhola | North-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simulbaria
Simulbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nishchindapur Market Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Simulbaria is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Simulbaria is about 65.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simulbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simulbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simulbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simulbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simulbaria
Where is Simulbaria located?
Simulbaria village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simulbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Simulbaria is Dhola.
What is the pincode of Simulbaria?
The pincode of Simulbaria is 743351.
What is the population of Simulbaria?
Simulbaria has a total population of 2,185, including 1,109 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Simulbaria?
There are 438 households in Simulbaria.
What is the literacy rate in Simulbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simulbaria is 61.37%. Male literacy is 66.73% and female literacy is 55.86%.