Simarai - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Simarai is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Khandsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simarai is 132902. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.25 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Khuttar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simarai 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 Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simarai
According to the 2011 Census, Simarai village had a total population of 453 people, including 229 males and 224 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.33%, with male literacy at 93.14% and female literacy at 79.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 453 | 229 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 190 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 39 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Simarai
Simarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajmana | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Malika | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Malookpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Dhakna Lahiya | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Navadia Mankanth | East | 1.92 km |
| Rautapur Khurd | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Itauwa | East | 2.04 km |
| Pipariya Bhagwant | South | 2.27 km |
| Saunphari | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Banchhulia | North | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simarai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simarai. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khuttar to Simarai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Simarai is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simarai 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simarai
Where is Simarai located?
Simarai village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Simarai is Khandsar.
What is the pincode of Simarai?
The pincode of Simarai is 242405.
What is the population of Simarai?
Simarai had a total population of 453, including 229 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Simarai?
Simarai had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simarai was 86.33%. Male literacy was 93.14% and female literacy was 79.06%.