Simalnada - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Simalnada is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Khanpur and around 75 km from Godhra. Zer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalnada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalnada is 517812. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.83 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Simalnada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simalnada
According to the 2011 Census, Simalnada village had a total population of 282 people, including 143 males and 139 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.91%, with male literacy at 68.10% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 282 | 143 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 64 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Simalnada
Simalnada 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 Simalnada
Public transport in the Simalnada is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Simalnada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Simalnada 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 Simalnada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalnada 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 Simalnada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalnada 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 Simalnada
Where is Simalnada located?
Simalnada village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalnada?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalnada is Zer.
What is the pincode of Simalnada?
The pincode of Simalnada is 389230.
What is the population of Simalnada?
Simalnada had a total population of 282, including 143 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Simalnada?
Simalnada had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simalnada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalnada was 59.91%. Male literacy was 68.10% and female literacy was 51.72%.