Simri Shukla - Patera, Damoh
Simri Shukla is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Kuwarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri Shukla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri Shukla is 461873. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.71 hectares and falls under the 470772 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Simri Shukla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simri Shukla
According to the 2011 Census, Simri Shukla village had a total population of 237 people, including 123 males and 114 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.73%, with male literacy at 68.57% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 51 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Simri Shukla
Simri Shukla 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 Shukla
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Simri Shukla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hatta to Simri Shukla is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Simri Shukla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simri Shukla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simri Shukla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simri Shukla
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 Shukla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simri Shukla
Where is Simri Shukla located?
Simri Shukla village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simri Shukla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri Shukla is Kuwarpur.
What is the pincode of Simri Shukla?
The pincode of Simri Shukla is 470772.
What is the population of Simri Shukla?
Simri Shukla had a total population of 237, including 123 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Simri Shukla?
Simri Shukla had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simri Shukla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri Shukla was 63.73%. Male literacy was 68.57% and female literacy was 58.59%.