Simar - Una, Gir Somnath
Simar is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Una and around 200 km from Junagadh. Simar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simar is 515363. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Una 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 5,465 people, consisting of 2,771 males and 2,694 females. The village has 1,010 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,173 literate and 2,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 614 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,465 | 2,771 | 2,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 329 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 315 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,173 | 1,909 | 1,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,292 | 862 | 1,430 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Una to Simar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Simar is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simar
Where is Simar located?
Simar village is located in Una 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 362550.
What is the population of Simar?
Simar has a total population of 5,465, including 2,771 males and 2,694 females.
How many households are there in Simar?
There are 1,010 households in Simar.
What is the literacy rate in Simar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simar is 58.06%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 46.92%.