Simni - Ramshahr, Solan
Simni is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ramshehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simni is 020636. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.04 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Simni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simni
According to the 2011 Census, Simni village had a total population of 110 people, including 50 males and 60 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.98%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 6 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Simni
Simni 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 Simni
Simni 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 | 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 Simni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Simni
Where is Simni located?
Simni village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simni?
The Gram Panchayat of Simni is Ramshehar.
What is the pincode of Simni?
The pincode of Simni is 174102.
What is the population of Simni?
Simni had a total population of 110, including 50 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Simni?
Simni had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simni was 82.98%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.00%.