Simri - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Simri is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Baglai Ujar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simri is 490571. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.65 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simri
As per Census 2011, Simri village has a total population of 77 people, consisting of 42 males and 35 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Simri
Simri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhindori (og) (part) | South | 0.78 km |
| Anantpur | East | 1.09 km |
| Baglai Ujar(bagulai Khurd) | North | 1.24 km |
| Atariya | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Baglai Basti(bagulai Basti) | East | 2.12 km |
| Gadaghat | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Bahroda | East | 3.21 km |
| Ramniwari | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kumhara Kheda (part) | West | 3.36 km |
| Simariya | North-East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simri
Simri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Simri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Simri 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simri
Where is Simri located?
Simri village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simri?
The Gram Panchayat of Simri is Baglai Ujar.
What is the pincode of Simri?
The pincode of Simri is 487001.
What is the population of Simri?
Simri has a total population of 77, including 42 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Simri?
There are 21 households in Simri.
What is the literacy rate in Simri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simri is 64.94%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 57.14%.