Simrol - Sarangpur, Rajgarh
Simrol is a village situated in the Sarangpur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarangpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Simrol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simrol is 479958. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.88 hectares and falls under the 465697 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Simrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simrol
According to the 2011 Census, Simrol village had a total population of 1,212 people, including 654 males and 558 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.90%, with male literacy at 71.58% and female literacy at 35.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 1,212 | 654 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 393 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 261 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Simrol
Simrol 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 Simrol
Public transport in the Simrol is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sarangpur to Simrol is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Simrol is about 60 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 Simrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simrol 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 Simrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simrol
Where is Simrol located?
Simrol village is located in Sarangpur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simrol?
Simrol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simrol?
The pincode of Simrol is 465697.
What is the population of Simrol?
Simrol had a total population of 1,212, including 654 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Simrol?
Simrol had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simrol was 54.90%. Male literacy was 71.58% and female literacy was 35.46%.