Simsa - Manali, Kullu
Simsa is a village situated in the Manali tehsil of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Nasogi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simsa is 012684. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.1 hectares and falls under the 175131 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Simsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simsa
As per Census 2011, Simsa village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 323 males and 236 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 730 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 323 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 273 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 50 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Simsa
Simsa 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 Simsa
Simsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kullu to Simsa is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simsa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simsa 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 Simsa
Where is Simsa located?
Simsa village is located in Manali Tehsil, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Simsa is Nasogi.
What is the pincode of Simsa?
The pincode of Simsa is 175131.
What is the population of Simsa?
Simsa has a total population of 559, including 323 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Simsa?
There are 139 households in Simsa.
What is the literacy rate in Simsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simsa is 76.74%. Male literacy is 84.52% and female literacy is 66.10%.