Simra Khurd - Palera, Tikamgarh
Simra Khurd is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Simra Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simra Khurd is 456957. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164.32 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Simra Khurd 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 Simra Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Simra Khurd village had a total population of 4,882 people, including 2,513 males and 2,369 females, living in 992 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.80%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 44.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,366, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 616.
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 | 4,882 | 2,513 | 2,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 454 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,366 | 687 | 679 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 330 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 2,338 | 1,453 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,544 | 1,060 | 1,484 |
Nearby Villages of Simra Khurd
Simra Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khargoopura | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Dharam Sagar | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Maloopura | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Dinau | West | 2.87 km |
| Barana(thar) | East | 3.28 km |
| Allpur | North | 3.44 km |
| Dadpura | West | 4.04 km |
| Kalra | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Dharampura | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Partap Nagar | North | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simra Khurd
Simra Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| 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 Jatara to Simra Khurd is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Simra Khurd is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simra Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simra Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simra Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simra Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simra Khurd
Where is Simra Khurd located?
Simra Khurd village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simra Khurd?
Simra Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simra Khurd?
The pincode of Simra Khurd is 472221.
What is the population of Simra Khurd?
Simra Khurd had a total population of 4,882, including 2,513 males and 2,369 females.
How many households are there in Simra Khurd?
Simra Khurd had 992 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simra Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simra Khurd was 57.80%. Male literacy was 70.57% and female literacy was 44.56%.