Simri - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Simri is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Pipra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 253843. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 824302 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Simri 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
As per Census 2011, Simri village has a total population of 1,402 people, consisting of 777 males and 625 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,402 | 777 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 110 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 533 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 244 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Simri
Simri 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 Simri
Public transport in the Simri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Simri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Simri is about 37 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 Simri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simri
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simri
Where is Simri located?
Simri village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Pipra.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 824302.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri has a total population of 1,402, including 777 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
There are 208 households in Simri.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri is 57.99%. Male literacy is 68.60% and female literacy is 44.80%.