Simarkhiya - Patodi, Balotra
Simarkhiya is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from Pachpadra and around 48 km from Barmer. Simarkhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simarkhiya is 087409. The village covers a total geographical area of 1994.9 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Simarkhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simarkhiya
As per Census 2011, Simarkhiya village has a total population of 2,386 people, consisting of 1,243 males and 1,143 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 943 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simarkhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,386 | 1,243 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 259 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 654 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 589 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Simarkhiya
Simarkhiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagawas | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Sathuni Purohitan | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Madpura | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Ekarli | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Baniyawas | East | 5.97 km |
| Sathuni Charnan | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Durgapura | North | 6.16 km |
| Kelankot | South | 6.32 km |
| Nerli | South-East | 6.70 km |
| Maulasar | North-West | 8.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simarkhiya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simarkhiya. The nearest railway station is Janiyana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 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 Barmer to Simarkhiya is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simarkhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simarkhiya 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 Simarkhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simarkhiya 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 Simarkhiya
Where is Simarkhiya located?
Simarkhiya village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simarkhiya?
Simarkhiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simarkhiya?
The pincode of Simarkhiya is 344032.
What is the population of Simarkhiya?
Simarkhiya has a total population of 2,386, including 1,243 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Simarkhiya?
There are 395 households in Simarkhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Simarkhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simarkhiya is 39.52%. Male literacy is 52.61% and female literacy is 25.28%.