Simu - Darlaghat, Solan
Simu is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Solan. Surajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simu is 019981. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.4 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Simu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Simu
According to the 2011 Census, Simu village had a total population of 269 people, including 133 males and 136 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.97%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 269 | 133 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Simu
Simu 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 Simu
Simu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Simu is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simu 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simu
Where is Simu located?
Simu village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simu?
The Gram Panchayat of Simu is Surajpur.
What is the pincode of Simu?
The pincode of Simu is 173221.
What is the population of Simu?
Simu had a total population of 269, including 133 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Simu?
Simu had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simu was 87.97%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 80.95%.