Simri - Dumaria, Gaya
Simri is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Pankara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 256222. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Simri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Simri
According to the 2011 Census, Simri village had a total population of 1,582 people, including 758 males and 824 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.48%, with male literacy at 56.95% and female literacy at 44.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 598, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,582 | 758 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 161 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 297 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 340 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 418 | 537 |
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
Simri 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 Simri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Simri is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Pankara.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 824221.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri had a total population of 1,582, including 758 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
Simri had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri was 50.48%. Male literacy was 56.95% and female literacy was 44.50%.