Simaliya - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Simaliya is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Santrampur and around 85 km from Godhra. Simaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simaliya is 518006. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510.14 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Simaliya 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 Simaliya
As per Census 2011, Simaliya village has a total population of 7,146 people, consisting of 3,631 males and 3,515 females. The village has 1,138 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,833 literate and 3,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,998 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,146 | 3,631 | 3,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,310 | 662 | 648 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,998 | 3,558 | 3,440 |
| Literate Population | 3,833 | 2,341 | 1,492 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,313 | 1,290 | 2,023 |
Nearby Villages of Simaliya
Simaliya 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 Simaliya
Public transport in the Simaliya 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 Simaliya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Simaliya is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simaliya
Where is Simaliya located?
Simaliya village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simaliya?
Simaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simaliya?
The pincode of Simaliya is 389260.
What is the population of Simaliya?
Simaliya has a total population of 7,146, including 3,631 males and 3,515 females.
How many households are there in Simaliya?
There are 1,138 households in Simaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Simaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaliya is 53.64%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 42.45%.