Simra - Churah, Chamba
Simra is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Chamba. Tikkrigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simra is 006971. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
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 Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simra
As per Census 2011, Simra village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 345 males and 309 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 345 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 207 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 138 | 200 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Simra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Simra is about 61 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simra
Where is Simra located?
Simra village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simra?
The Gram Panchayat of Simra is Tikkrigarh.
What is the pincode of Simra?
The pincode of Simra is 176321.
What is the population of Simra?
Simra has a total population of 654, including 345 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Simra?
There are 130 households in Simra.
What is the literacy rate in Simra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simra is 48.32%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 35.28%.