Simli - Karjan, Vadodara
Simli is a village situated in the Karjan taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karjan and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Simli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simli is 521187. The village covers a total geographical area of 735 hectares and falls under the 391244 pincode. Karjan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Simli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simli
As per Census 2011, Simli village has a total population of 1,682 people, consisting of 868 males and 814 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 812 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,682 | 868 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 812 | 428 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 628 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 240 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Simli
Simli 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 Simli
Public transport in the Simli 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 Karjan to Simli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Simli is about 38 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 Simli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simli
Where is Simli located?
Simli village is located in Karjan Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simli?
Simli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simli?
The pincode of Simli is 391244.
What is the population of Simli?
Simli has a total population of 1,682, including 868 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Simli?
There are 363 households in Simli.
What is the literacy rate in Simli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simli is 66.47%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 60.20%.