Simounee - Baberu, Banda
Simounee is a village situated in the Baberu tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baberu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Simaunee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simounee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simounee is 155039. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.49 hectares and falls under the 210121 pincode. Baberu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Simounee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baberu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simounee
As per Census 2011, Simounee village has a total population of 5,490 people, consisting of 2,927 males and 2,563 females. The village has 878 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 980 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,505 literate and 2,985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simounee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,490 | 2,927 | 2,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 980 | 498 | 482 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 465 | 439 |
| Literate Population | 2,505 | 1,604 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,985 | 1,323 | 1,662 |
Nearby Villages of Simounee
Simounee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semara Ghat | West | 2.16 km |
| Amar Ganj | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Pandaree | South | 2.31 km |
| Maraka | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Jamuwa | North | 2.98 km |
| Bhatoulee | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Tola Kalan | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Bagehta | South | 3.47 km |
| Anousa | South-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simounee
Simounee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dingwahi, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Baberu to Simounee is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Simounee is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simounee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simounee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simounee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simounee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simounee
Where is Simounee located?
Simounee village is located in Baberu Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simounee?
The Gram Panchayat of Simounee is Simaunee.
What is the pincode of Simounee?
The pincode of Simounee is 210121.
What is the population of Simounee?
Simounee has a total population of 5,490, including 2,927 males and 2,563 females.
How many households are there in Simounee?
There are 878 households in Simounee.
What is the literacy rate in Simounee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simounee is 45.63%. Male literacy is 54.80% and female literacy is 35.15%.