Simrai - Goharganj, Raisen
Simrai is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Raisen.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simrai is 484272. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.4 hectares and falls under the 464993 pincode. Obedullaganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Simrai is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Simrai
As per Census 2011, Simrai village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 933 males and 786 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 933 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 732 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 201 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Simrai
Simrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shobhapur | South | 1.16 km |
| Jhiri Baheda | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Itaya Kalan | West | 1.91 km |
| Sarakiya | North | 2.10 km |
| Khamkheda | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Nanakhedi | South | 2.68 km |
| Hajli | East | 2.70 km |
| Kodiya | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Dantkheda | East | 3.04 km |
| Semra | West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simrai
The nearest railway station is Itayakalan, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Obedullaganj to Simrai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Simrai is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Simrai
Where is Simrai located?
Simrai village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Simrai?
The pincode of Simrai is 464993.
What is the population of Simrai?
Simrai has a total population of 1,719, including 933 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Simrai?
There are 328 households in Simrai.
What is the literacy rate in Simrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simrai is 72.95%. Male literacy is 78.46% and female literacy is 66.41%.