Kalawad Simani - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Kalawad Simani is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Khambhalia and around 84 km from Jamnagar. Kalawad Simani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalawad Simani is 513487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1405.95 hectares and falls under the 361310 pincode. Salaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalawad Simani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalawad Simani
As per Census 2011, Kalawad Simani village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 456 males and 416 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalawad Simani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 456 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 204 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 252 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Kalawad Simani
Kalawad Simani 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 Kalawad Simani
Public transport in the Kalawad Simani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Salaya to Kalawad Simani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Kalawad Simani is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalawad Simani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalawad Simani 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 Kalawad Simani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalawad Simani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalawad Simani
Where is Kalawad Simani located?
Kalawad Simani village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalawad Simani?
Kalawad Simani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalawad Simani?
The pincode of Kalawad Simani is 361310.
What is the population of Kalawad Simani?
Kalawad Simani has a total population of 872, including 456 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Kalawad Simani?
There are 143 households in Kalawad Simani.
What is the literacy rate in Kalawad Simani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalawad Simani is 40.83%. Male literacy is 44.74% and female literacy is 36.54%.