Simara - Sapotra, Karauli
Simara is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Toda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simara is 077069. The village covers a total geographical area of 1153.77 hectares and falls under the 322243 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Simara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simara
According to the 2011 Census, Simara village had a total population of 1,196 people, including 645 males and 551 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.30%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 55.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 952.
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 | 1,196 | 645 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 88 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 952 | 505 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 437 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 208 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Simara
Simara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kased | North | 3.83 km |
| Kurawali | East | 4.36 km |
| Toda | West | 4.42 km |
| Badagaon | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Amarpura | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Lalaiyapura | South | 6.07 km |
| Karai | West | 6.57 km |
| Arora | North | 6.70 km |
| Gohar | South | 7.07 km |
| Jimarchha | South | 7.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simara
Simara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Birpur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 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 Karauli to Simara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simara 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 Simara
Where is Simara located?
Simara village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simara?
The Gram Panchayat of Simara is Toda.
What is the pincode of Simara?
The pincode of Simara is 322243.
What is the population of Simara?
Simara had a total population of 1,196, including 645 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Simara?
Simara had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simara was 70.30%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 55.26%.