Simun

Simun is a village located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 66km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Simun village. As per 2009 stats, Surajpur is the gram panchayat of Simun village.

Here you can discover what makes Simun unique in its vibrant Arki-Solan region. You’ll see Simun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Simun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simun is 019981. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171102. Arki is nearest town to Simun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Simun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Simun

According to the 2011 Census, Simun has a total population of about 269, with approximately 133 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.81%, with male literacy at about 82.71% and female literacy near 75.00%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Simun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 269 133 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 18 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 2 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 212 110 102
Illiterate Population 57 23 34

Connectivity of Simun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simun. As per the 2011 stats, Simun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Simun

Knowing the nearby villages of Simun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Simun

Where is Simun located?
Simun village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simun?
The Gram Panchayat of Simun is Surajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Simun?
The pincode of Simun is 171102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simun is 269, with 133 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Simun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simun village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simun is 78.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.71%, while the female literacy rate is 75.00%.