Simri - Bakhtiarpur, Patna
Simri is a village situated in the Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakhtiarpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Champa Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 246302. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 803212 pincode. Bakhtiarpur is the nearest town, located about 4 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 2,966 people, including 1,566 males and 1,400 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.68%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 44.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 651, 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 | 2,966 | 1,566 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 336 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 331 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 827 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,642 | 739 | 903 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakhtiarpur to Simri is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Simri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simri
Where is Simri located?
Simri village is located in Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Champa Pur.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 803212.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri had a total population of 2,966, including 1,566 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
Simri had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri was 56.68%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 44.94%.