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
According to the 2011 Census, Simaliya village had a total population of 7,146 people, including 3,631 males and 3,515 females, living in 1,138 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.68%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 52.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,998.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,146, including 3,631 males and 3,515 females.
How many households are there in Simaliya?
Simaliya had 1,138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaliya was 65.68%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 52.04%.