Simaudh - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Simaudh is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Hidwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simaudh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simaudh is 501038. The village covers a total geographical area of 1001.4 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Simaudh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simaudh
As per Census 2011, Simaudh village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 227 males and 253 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 394 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simaudh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 227 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 179 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 150 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 77 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Simaudh
Simaudh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hidwah | West | 3.15 km |
| Jora | East | 3.22 km |
| Tali Khurd | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Deolihan Tola | East | 3.42 km |
| Hudraha | South | 3.63 km |
| Uphari | North | 3.99 km |
| Tihki | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Patera Tola | West | 4.23 km |
| Basahi | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Bijaha | South-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simaudh
Simaudh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhataini, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Simaudh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Simaudh 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Simaudh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simaudh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simaudh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simaudh 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 Simaudh
Where is Simaudh located?
Simaudh village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simaudh?
The Gram Panchayat of Simaudh is Hidwah.
What is the pincode of Simaudh?
The pincode of Simaudh is 484771.
What is the population of Simaudh?
Simaudh has a total population of 480, including 227 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Simaudh?
There are 94 households in Simaudh.
What is the literacy rate in Simaudh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaudh is 56.67%. Male literacy is 66.08% and female literacy is 48.22%.