Simari - Dumaria, Gaya
Simari is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Narayan Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simari is 256251. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Simari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Simari
According to the 2011 Census, Simari village had a total population of 1,545 people, including 810 males and 735 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.99%, with male literacy at 54.52% and female literacy at 42.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 673.
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 | 1,545 | 810 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 157 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 355 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 356 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 454 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Simari
Simari 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 Simari
Simari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Simari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Simari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simari 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 Simari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simari
Where is Simari located?
Simari village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simari?
The Gram Panchayat of Simari is Narayan Pur.
What is the pincode of Simari?
The pincode of Simari is 824221.
What is the population of Simari?
Simari had a total population of 1,545, including 810 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Simari?
Simari had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simari was 48.99%. Male literacy was 54.52% and female literacy was 42.88%.