Simarol - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Simarol is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Simarol Sha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simarol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simarol is 472915. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.86 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Simarol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simarol
According to the 2011 Census, Simarol village had a total population of 1,063 people, including 539 males and 524 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.04%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 42.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 1,063 | 539 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 315 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 224 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Simarol
Simarol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fardkhedi | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Barnawad | North | 2.69 km |
| Pipalkheda | West | 2.74 km |
| Nipanya Karju | East | 2.76 km |
| Moman Badodiya | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Umariyadaya | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Rolya Khedi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Mangaliya | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Dhatrawada | West | 4.07 km |
| Matewa | South-West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simarol
Simarol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sunera Pirkheri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Simarol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Simarol is about 43 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 Simarol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simarol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simarol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simarol 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 Simarol
Where is Simarol located?
Simarol village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simarol?
The Gram Panchayat of Simarol is Simarol Sha.
What is the pincode of Simarol?
The pincode of Simarol is 465226.
What is the population of Simarol?
Simarol had a total population of 1,063, including 539 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Simarol?
Simarol had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simarol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simarol was 56.04%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 42.16%.