Simariya - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Simariya is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Simariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simariya is 456763. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.8 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Simariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simariya
As per Census 2011, Simariya village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 582 males and 520 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 582 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 137 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 339 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 243 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Simariya
Simariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kitakhera | North | 2.49 km |
| Baldeopura | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Phoolpur | East | 3.32 km |
| Machora | North | 3.33 km |
| Karmaura | South | 3.89 km |
| Baiwarkhas | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Deoraha | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Baharo Tal | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Magrai | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Kandwa | South-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simariya
Simariya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatara to Simariya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Simariya 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 Simariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simariya 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 Simariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simariya 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 Simariya
Where is Simariya located?
Simariya village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simariya?
Simariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simariya?
The pincode of Simariya is 472221.
What is the population of Simariya?
Simariya has a total population of 1,102, including 582 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Simariya?
There are 278 households in Simariya.
What is the literacy rate in Simariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simariya is 51.18%. Male literacy is 58.25% and female literacy is 43.27%.