Simri Dhamni - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Simri Dhamni is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Simaree Dhamanee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri Dhamni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri Dhamni is 253761. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 824304 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Simri Dhamni 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 Simri Dhamni
According to the 2011 Census, Simri Dhamni village had a total population of 3,194 people, including 1,632 males and 1,562 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.47%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 793.
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 | 3,194 | 1,632 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 288 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 409 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,116 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 516 | 775 |
Nearby Villages of Simri Dhamni
Simri Dhamni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotki Simri | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Panre Karman | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Bisrampur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kulharia | East | 1.87 km |
| Maktaur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Chainpur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bairawan Loknath | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Saya | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Simra Dusadh | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Mohar Karman | South | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simri Dhamni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Simri Dhamni. The nearest railway station is Ankorah Akorha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Simri Dhamni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Simri Dhamni is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simri Dhamni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simri Dhamni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simri Dhamni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simri Dhamni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simri Dhamni
Where is Simri Dhamni located?
Simri Dhamni village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simri Dhamni?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri Dhamni is Simaree Dhamanee.
What is the pincode of Simri Dhamni?
The pincode of Simri Dhamni is 824304.
What is the population of Simri Dhamni?
Simri Dhamni had a total population of 3,194, including 1,632 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Simri Dhamni?
Simri Dhamni had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri Dhamni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri Dhamni was 72.47%. Male literacy was 83.04% and female literacy was 61.39%.