Simaran - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Simaran is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Simaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simaran is 515750. The village covers a total geographical area of 1312.32 hectares and falls under the 364521 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Simaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simaran
According to the 2011 Census, Simaran village had a total population of 1,934 people, including 968 males and 966 females, living in 417 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.87%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 562.
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 | 1,934 | 968 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 298 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 692 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 276 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Simaran
Simaran 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 Simaran
Public transport in the Simaran is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simaran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Savar Kundla to Simaran is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Simaran is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simaran 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 Simaran
Where is Simaran located?
Simaran village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simaran?
Simaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simaran?
The pincode of Simaran is 364521.
What is the population of Simaran?
Simaran had a total population of 1,934, including 968 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Simaran?
Simaran had 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaran was 68.87%. Male literacy was 77.32% and female literacy was 60.36%.