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
As per Census 2011, Simara village has a total population of 1,196 people, consisting of 645 males and 551 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 952 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,196, including 645 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Simara?
There are 258 households in Simara.
What is the literacy rate in Simara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simara is 57.19%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 44.83%.