Simlapal community development block, Administrative block in Khatra subdivision, India
Simlapal spans across 310 square kilometers of land in the southeastern part of Bankura district, containing numerous villages and one panchayat administration unit.
The territory remained under the control of Hindu Rajas of Bishnupur from the seventh century until British rule, marking a period of traditional governance.
The population of 143,038 residents communicates primarily in Bengali and Santali languages, maintaining their traditional festivals and agricultural practices.
The block features multiple educational institutions, rural hospitals, and banking facilities, connected by state highways for transportation and commerce.
The region contains a mix of hard rock terrain at 78 meters elevation, supporting both agricultural activities and traditional pottery manufacturing.
Location: Khatra subdivision
Elevation above the sea: 78 m
Shares border with: Sarenga community development block, Raipur community development block, Khatra community development block, Taldangra community development block, Garhbeta II community development block
GPS coordinates: 22.92270,87.07340
Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:24
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