Simel - Nasvadi, Chhotaudepur
Simel is a village situated in the Nasvadi taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Nasvadi and around 96 km from Vadodara. Raypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simel is 520654. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.28 hectares and falls under the 391150 pincode. Nasvadi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Simel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simel
According to the 2011 Census, Simel village had a total population of 439 people, including 217 males and 222 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 439 | 217 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 213 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 133 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 84 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Simel
Simel 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 Simel
Simel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nasvadi to Simel is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Simel is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simel 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simel 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 Simel
Where is Simel located?
Simel village is located in Nasvadi Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simel?
The Gram Panchayat of Simel is Raypur.
What is the pincode of Simel?
The pincode of Simel is 391150.
What is the population of Simel?
Simel had a total population of 439, including 217 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Simel?
Simel had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simel was 62.53%. Male literacy was 69.63% and female literacy was 55.61%.