Simlta - Arki, Solan
Simlta is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jaghoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simlta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simlta is 020026. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.25 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Simlta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simlta
According to the 2011 Census, Simlta village had a total population of 195 people, including 92 males and 103 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.43%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 73.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 195 | 92 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Simlta
Simlta 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 Simlta
Simlta 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 Solan to Simlta is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simlta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simlta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simlta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simlta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simlta
Where is Simlta located?
Simlta village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simlta?
The Gram Panchayat of Simlta is Jaghoon.
What is the pincode of Simlta?
The pincode of Simlta is 173221.
What is the population of Simlta?
Simlta had a total population of 195, including 92 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Simlta?
Simlta had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simlta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simlta was 75.43%. Male literacy was 77.91% and female literacy was 73.03%.