Simri - Manika, Latehar
Simri is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. Kope serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 366863. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Simri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simri
According to the 2011 Census, Simri village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 615 males and 577 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.12%, with male literacy at 73.50% and female literacy at 49.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 814.
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 | 1,192 | 615 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 102 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 814 | 432 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 355 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 260 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Simri
Simri 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 Simri
Simri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Simri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Simri is about 27 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 Simri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simri
Where is Simri located?
Simri village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Kope.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 822126.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri had a total population of 1,192, including 615 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
Simri had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri was 62.12%. Male literacy was 73.50% and female literacy was 49.66%.