Simroda - Goharganj, Raisen
Simroda is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Simroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simroda is 484404. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.69 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Mandideep is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Simroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simroda
As per Census 2011, Simroda village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 283 males and 270 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 283 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 127 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 156 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Simroda
Simroda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhagar | West | 1.70 km |
| Rajmau | North | 1.82 km |
| Shahbad Tilendi | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Gailpur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Chandla Khedi | West | 3.13 km |
| Chormau | North | 3.26 km |
| Ramkhedi | West | 3.58 km |
| Ajwain | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Dadrod | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Kumdi Bazyaft | North-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simroda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Simroda. The nearest railway station is Itayakalan, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mandideep to Simroda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Simroda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simroda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simroda
Where is Simroda located?
Simroda village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simroda?
Simroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simroda?
The pincode of Simroda is 464990.
What is the population of Simroda?
Simroda has a total population of 553, including 283 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Simroda?
There are 103 households in Simroda.
What is the literacy rate in Simroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simroda is 39.78%. Male literacy is 44.88% and female literacy is 34.44%.