Dakshin Simla

Dakshin Simla is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 42.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Khorda is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Simla village.

Dakshin Simla has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Dakshin Simla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Simla is 334444. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Dakshin Simla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Simla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dakshin Simla

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,424 721 703
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 82 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,057 568 489
Illiterate Population 367 153 214

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

  • The total population of Dakshin Simla village is around 1,424, including approximately 721 males and 703 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Simla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dakshin Simla village is about 74.23%, with male literacy at 78.78% and female literacy at 69.56%.
  • There are around 312 households in Dakshin Simla village.

Connectivity of Dakshin Simla

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dakshin Simla

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

Gagankalia Asurali Dhukrijhara Jhaudari Khordnahala Mankhanda Goanara Pashchim Gobindapur Raychak Singhalganja Abad Kholakhali

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Simla

Where is Dakshin Simla located?
Dakshin Simla village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Simla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Simla is Khorda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Simla?
The pincode of Dakshin Simla is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakshin Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Simla is 1,424, with 721 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Simla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Simla village has a total of 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Simla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Simla is 74.23%. The male literacy rate is 78.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.56%.