Simulia Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Simulia Assembly Constituency
The Simulia Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Biju Janata Dal party showed consistent strength. Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi stood out as a key candidate in the Simulia constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Simulia, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Simulia were held in 2019. Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi won the MLA seat with a margin of 8.6%. They represented the Biju Janata Dal, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Simulia | Assembly Constituency Number | 42 |
| District | Baleshwar | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi | Party | Biju Janata Dal |
| Total Electors | 241,796 | Total Votes | 174,628 |
| Poll Percentage | 72.2% | Margin Votes | 14,959 |
| Margin Percentage | 8.6% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Simulia is located in the Baleshwar district of Odisha.
Simulia is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Simulia is Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi from the Biju Janata Dal.
- Voter turnout: 72.2%
- Total votes cast: 174,628
- Total electors: 241,796
- Winning margin: 14,959 votes (8.6%)
Simulia falls under the Bhadrak parliamentary constituency.
Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi represents the Biju Janata Dal.
Jyoti Prakash Panigrahi won with a margin of 14,959 votes, which is 8.6% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Simulia is 42.
The last assembly elections in Simulia were held in 2019.