Simra - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Simra is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simra is 253981. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 824304 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simra
According to the 2011 Census, Simra village had a total population of 295 people, including 151 males and 144 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 67.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 151 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 97 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 54 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Simra
Simra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Simra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simra. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Simra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Simra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Simra is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simra
Where is Simra located?
Simra village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simra?
The Gram Panchayat of Simra is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Simra?
The pincode of Simra is 824304.
What is the population of Simra?
Simra had a total population of 295, including 151 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Simra?
Simra had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simra was 75.88%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 67.26%.