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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simri
As per Census 2011, Simri village has a total population of 2,966 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,400 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 1,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simri are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 2,966, including 1,566 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
There are 406 households in Simri.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri is 44.64%. Male literacy is 52.81% and female literacy is 35.50%.