Simar - Patan-Veraval, Gir Somnath
Simar is a village situated in the Patan-Veraval taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Veraval and around 75 km from Junagadh. Simar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simar is 515000. The village covers a total geographical area of 797.85 hectares and falls under the 362255 pincode. Veraval is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Simar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Somnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simar
As per Census 2011, Simar village has a total population of 1,748 people, consisting of 885 males and 863 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 885 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 193 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 709 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 176 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Simar
Simar 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 Simar
Simar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Veraval to Simar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Simar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simar 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 Simar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simar 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 Simar
Where is Simar located?
Simar village is located in Patan-Veraval Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simar?
Simar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simar?
The pincode of Simar is 362255.
What is the population of Simar?
Simar has a total population of 1,748, including 885 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Simar?
There are 305 households in Simar.
What is the literacy rate in Simar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simar is 72.88%. Male literacy is 80.11% and female literacy is 65.47%.