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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Simori village had a total population of 997 people, including 508 males and 489 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.60%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 53.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 894.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Simori?
The Village Panchayat of Simori is Hatru.
What is the pincode of Simori?
The pincode of Simori is 444807.
What is the population of Simori?
Simori had a total population of 997, including 508 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Simori?
Simori had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simori was 68.60%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 53.58%.