Simariya Kalan - Gairatganj, Raisen
Simariya Kalan is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Padriyaganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simariya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simariya Kalan is 483991. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.46 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simariya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simariya Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Simariya Kalan village had a total population of 146 people, including 78 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 55 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Simariya Kalan
Simariya Kalan 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 Simariya Kalan
Simariya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gairatganj to Simariya Kalan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Simariya Kalan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simariya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simariya Kalan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simariya Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Simariya Kalan
Where is Simariya Kalan located?
Simariya Kalan village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simariya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Simariya Kalan is Padriyaganj.
What is the pincode of Simariya Kalan?
The pincode of Simariya Kalan is 464884.
What is the population of Simariya Kalan?
Simariya Kalan had a total population of 146, including 78 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Simariya Kalan?
Simariya Kalan had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simariya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simariya Kalan was 69.23%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 55.56%.