Simra - Baheri, Bareilly
Simra is a village situated in the Baheri tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Simra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simra is 129173. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.72 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Simra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baheri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simra
As per Census 2011, Simra village has a total population of 1,171 people, consisting of 606 males and 565 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,171 | 606 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 283 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 323 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Simra
Simra 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 Simra
Simra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Simra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Simra is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Simra 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 Simra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simra
Where is Simra located?
Simra village is located in Baheri Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simra?
Simra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simra?
The pincode of Simra is 243201.
What is the population of Simra?
Simra has a total population of 1,171, including 606 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Simra?
There are 171 households in Simra.
What is the literacy rate in Simra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simra is 38.26%. Male literacy is 46.70% and female literacy is 29.20%.