Simalia - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Simalia is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Lunawada and around 64 km from Godhra. Simalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalia is 518162. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.68 hectares and falls under the 389220 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Simalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalia
As per Census 2011, Simalia village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 354 males and 331 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 271 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 354 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 250 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 104 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Simalia
Simalia 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 Simalia
Simalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Simalia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Simalia is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalia 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 Simalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalia 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 Simalia
Where is Simalia located?
Simalia village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalia?
Simalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simalia?
The pincode of Simalia is 389220.
What is the population of Simalia?
Simalia has a total population of 685, including 354 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Simalia?
There are 139 households in Simalia.
What is the literacy rate in Simalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalia is 60.44%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 49.55%.