Simrarhi - Basopatti, Madhubani
Simrarhi is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Chhatauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simrarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simrarhi is 219903. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.82 hectares and falls under the 847213 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Simrarhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simrarhi
As per Census 2011, Simrarhi village has a total population of 1,688 people, consisting of 861 males and 827 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 1,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simrarhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 861 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 151 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 414 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 447 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Simrarhi
Simrarhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motnaza | North | 0.83 km |
| Rajauli | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Dhamia Patti | South | 1.66 km |
| Garha | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Jonki | North | 1.87 km |
| Chhitauni | West | 2.27 km |
| Sirahi | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Parsa | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Jatulia | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Baira | South | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simrarhi
Simrarhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jainagar to Simrarhi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Simrarhi 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 Simrarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simrarhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simrarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simrarhi 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 Simrarhi
Where is Simrarhi located?
Simrarhi village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simrarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Simrarhi is Chhatauni.
What is the pincode of Simrarhi?
The pincode of Simrarhi is 847213.
What is the population of Simrarhi?
Simrarhi has a total population of 1,688, including 861 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Simrarhi?
There are 374 households in Simrarhi.
What is the literacy rate in Simrarhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simrarhi is 37.86%. Male literacy is 48.08% and female literacy is 27.21%.