Simas - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Simas is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Simas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simas is 013540. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.7 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Simas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simas
According to the 2011 Census, Simas village had a total population of 891 people, including 404 males and 487 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.58%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 73.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 891 | 404 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 329 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 75 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Simas
Simas 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 Simas
Simas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Simas is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simas 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simas
Where is Simas located?
Simas village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simas?
Simas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simas?
The pincode of Simas is 175016.
What is the population of Simas?
Simas had a total population of 891, including 404 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Simas?
Simas had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simas was 82.58%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 73.03%.