Simori - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Simori is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 145 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Hatru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simori is 531609. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.67 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Simori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simori
As per Census 2011, Simori village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 508 males and 489 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 568 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 894 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 508 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 894 | 454 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 351 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 157 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Simori
Simori 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 Simori
Public transport in the Simori is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhaisdahi to Simori is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Simori is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simori 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simori 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 Simori
Where is Simori located?
Simori village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simori?
The Gram Panchayat of Simori is Hatru.
What is the pincode of Simori?
The pincode of Simori is 444807.
What is the population of Simori?
Simori has a total population of 997, including 508 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Simori?
There are 180 households in Simori.
What is the literacy rate in Simori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simori is 56.97%. Male literacy is 69.09% and female literacy is 44.38%.