Simariya - Baraily, Raisen
Simariya is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Nayagaon Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simariya is 484555. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 464671 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Simariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simariya
As per Census 2011, Simariya village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 395 males and 354 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 395 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 548 | 314 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 81 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Simariya
Simariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diyakheda | South | 1.73 km |
| Rajwada | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Bamhori Baliram | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Bankhedi | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Thala | North | 3.50 km |
| Jirawada | West | 4.21 km |
| Khairwada | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Batera | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Khargone | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Tikhawan | North-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simariya
Public transport in the Simariya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Simariya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Simariya is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simariya 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 Simariya
Where is Simariya located?
Simariya village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Simariya is Nayagaon Khurd.
What is the pincode of Simariya?
The pincode of Simariya is 464671.
What is the population of Simariya?
Simariya has a total population of 749, including 395 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Simariya?
There are 173 households in Simariya.
What is the literacy rate in Simariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simariya is 73.16%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 66.10%.