Simaur - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Simaur is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Sarkhelpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simaur is 150594. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.7 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Simaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simaur
As per Census 2011, Simaur village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 240 males and 216 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 240 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 173 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Simaur
Simaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khempur | North | 0.86 km |
| Sarkhelpur | South | 1.00 km |
| Nandna | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Silahuli | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Hathehi | West | 1.88 km |
| Datari | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Musepur | North | 2.61 km |
| Patarsa | South | 2.70 km |
| Bharatpur Piyasi | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Aswakpur | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simaur
Simaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Simaur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Simaur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simaur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simaur
Where is Simaur located?
Simaur village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Simaur is Sarkhelpur.
What is the pincode of Simaur?
The pincode of Simaur is 209206.
What is the population of Simaur?
Simaur has a total population of 456, including 240 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Simaur?
There are 87 households in Simaur.
What is the literacy rate in Simaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaur is 65.79%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 58.80%.