Simodara - Mangrol, Surat
Simodara is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Simodara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simodara is 523833. The village covers a total geographical area of 890.41 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Simodara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simodara
According to the 2011 Census, Simodara village had a total population of 1,539 people, including 788 males and 751 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 89.28% and female literacy at 75.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 629.
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 | 1,539 | 788 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 629 | 326 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 616 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 172 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Simodara
Simodara 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 Simodara
Public transport in the Simodara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Simodara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Simodara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simodara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simodara 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 Simodara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simodara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simodara
Where is Simodara located?
Simodara village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simodara?
Simodara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simodara?
The pincode of Simodara is 394405.
What is the population of Simodara?
Simodara had a total population of 1,539, including 788 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Simodara?
Simodara had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simodara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simodara was 82.39%. Male literacy was 89.28% and female literacy was 75.26%.