Simpur - Asarganj, Munger
Simpur is a village situated in the Asarganj subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asarganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Rahamatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simpur is 243098. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 813201 pincode. Munger is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Simpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Simpur
According to the 2011 Census, Simpur village had a total population of 943 people, including 495 males and 448 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.99%, with male literacy at 68.53% and female literacy at 52.56%.
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 | 943 | 495 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 270 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 225 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Simpur
Simpur 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 Simpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simpur.
| 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 Munger to Simpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simpur 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 Simpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simpur 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 Simpur
Where is Simpur located?
Simpur village is located in Asarganj Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Simpur is Rahamatpur.
What is the pincode of Simpur?
The pincode of Simpur is 813201.
What is the population of Simpur?
Simpur had a total population of 943, including 495 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Simpur?
Simpur had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simpur was 60.99%. Male literacy was 68.53% and female literacy was 52.56%.