Simri - Riga, Sitamarhi
Simri is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bhagwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 219386. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 15 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 1,066 people, including 534 males and 532 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.70%, with male literacy at 55.58% and female literacy at 27.43%.
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 | 1,066 | 534 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 122 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 229 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 305 | 422 |
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
Public transport in the Simri 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 Sitamarhi to Simri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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 Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Bhagwanpur.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 843327.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri had a total population of 1,066, including 534 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
Simri had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri was 41.70%. Male literacy was 55.58% and female literacy was 27.43%.