Bhana Simal - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Bhana Simal is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Santrampur and around 97 km from Godhra. Bhana Simal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhana Simal is 518002. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.7 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhana Simal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhana Simal
As per Census 2011, Bhana Simal village has a total population of 5,937 people, consisting of 3,070 males and 2,867 females. The village has 992 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,040 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,273 literate and 2,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,662 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhana Simal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,937 | 3,070 | 2,867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,040 | 547 | 493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,662 | 2,933 | 2,729 |
| Literate Population | 3,273 | 1,916 | 1,357 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,664 | 1,154 | 1,510 |
Nearby Villages of Bhana Simal
Bhana Simal 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 Bhana Simal
Public transport in the Bhana Simal 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 Santrampur to Bhana Simal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Bhana Simal is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhana Simal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhana Simal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhana Simal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhana Simal 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 Bhana Simal
Where is Bhana Simal located?
Bhana Simal village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhana Simal?
Bhana Simal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhana Simal?
The pincode of Bhana Simal is 389260.
What is the population of Bhana Simal?
Bhana Simal has a total population of 5,937, including 3,070 males and 2,867 females.
How many households are there in Bhana Simal?
There are 992 households in Bhana Simal.
What is the literacy rate in Bhana Simal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhana Simal is 55.13%. Male literacy is 62.41% and female literacy is 47.33%.