Simar - Mehgaon, Bhind
Simar is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Simar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simar is 453118. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.17 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Simar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simar
As per Census 2011, Simar village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 945 males and 704 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 744 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 945 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 132 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 715 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 230 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Simar
Simar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarsena | East | 1.44 km |
| Ajnol | West | 2.61 km |
| Sunderpura | North | 2.95 km |
| Kemokhari | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Kerora | South | 3.49 km |
| Ranupura | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Sarsed | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Sayna | East | 3.77 km |
| Gata | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Pamarpura | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simar
Simar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Asokhar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Simar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Simar is about 35 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 Simar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simar
Where is Simar located?
Simar village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simar?
Simar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simar?
The pincode of Simar is 477557.
What is the population of Simar?
Simar has a total population of 1,649, including 945 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Simar?
There are 340 households in Simar.
What is the literacy rate in Simar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simar is 64.71%. Male literacy is 75.66% and female literacy is 50.00%.