Simabari - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Simabari is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Seemabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simabari is 434155. The village covers a total geographical area of 942.76 hectares and falls under the 496242 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Simabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simabari
According to the 2011 Census, Simabari village had a total population of 1,325 people, including 670 males and 655 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.05%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 53.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 977.
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 | 1,325 | 670 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 977 | 486 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 473 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 197 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Simabari
Simabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakarghara | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Sahaspur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Birhipani | East | 2.59 km |
| Bokhi | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Ambakachhar | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Pandaripani | North | 4.57 km |
| Dumaria | South | 4.96 km |
| Bhagora | East | 5.04 km |
| Jamjhor | West | 5.79 km |
| Takmunda | South | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simabari
Simabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Simabari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Simabari is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simabari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simabari
Where is Simabari located?
Simabari village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Simabari is Seemabari.
What is the pincode of Simabari?
The pincode of Simabari is 496242.
What is the population of Simabari?
Simabari had a total population of 1,325, including 670 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Simabari?
Simabari had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simabari was 66.05%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 53.21%.