Simbli - Sadwan, Kangra
Simbli is a village situated in the Sadwan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Simbli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simbli is 008299. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.36 hectares and falls under the 176211 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Simbli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simbli
According to the 2011 Census, Simbli village had a total population of 152 people, including 72 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.97%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 83.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Simbli
Simbli 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 Simbli
Simbli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Simbli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simbli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simbli 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 Simbli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simbli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simbli
Where is Simbli located?
Simbli village is located in Sadwan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simbli?
Simbli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simbli?
The pincode of Simbli is 176211.
What is the population of Simbli?
Simbli had a total population of 152, including 72 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Simbli?
Simbli had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simbli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simbli was 87.97%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 83.10%.