Simrau - Karhal, Mainpuri
Simrau is a village situated in the Karhal tehsil of Mainpuri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karhal and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Mainpuri. Simrau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simrau is 126567. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.7 hectares and falls under the 205264 pincode. Karhal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Simrau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mainpuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simrau
According to the 2011 Census, Simrau village had a total population of 697 people, including 380 males and 317 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.98%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 75.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 697 | 380 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 310 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 70 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Simrau
Simrau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanakpur | South | 1.15 km |
| Manikpur Parasrampur | West | 1.20 km |
| Kutubpur Buzurg | East | 1.28 km |
| Marahpur | North | 1.45 km |
| Kamalpur | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Kutukpur Nasirpur | North | 2.79 km |
| Mamsirpur | North | 2.93 km |
| Nakau | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Gamhira | East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simrau
Simrau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balrai, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| 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 Karhal to Simrau is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mainpuri to Simrau is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simrau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simrau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simrau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simrau 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 Simrau
Where is Simrau located?
Simrau village is located in Karhal Tehsil, Mainpuri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simrau?
Simrau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simrau?
The pincode of Simrau is 205264.
What is the population of Simrau?
Simrau had a total population of 697, including 380 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Simrau?
Simrau had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simrau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simrau was 83.98%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 75.18%.