Simbli - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Simbli is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Simbli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simbli is 032057. The village covers a total geographical area of 603 hectares and falls under the 144526 pincode. Nawansahar is the nearest town.
Simbli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simbli
According to the 2011 Census, Simbli village had a total population of 1,709 people, including 850 males and 859 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.01%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 80.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 534.
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 | 1,709 | 850 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 257 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 684 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 166 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Simbli
Simbli 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 Simbli
Simbli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Simbli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Simbli is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simbli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simbli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simbli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simbli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simbli
Where is Simbli located?
Simbli village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simbli?
Simbli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simbli?
The pincode of Simbli is 144526.
What is the population of Simbli?
Simbli had a total population of 1,709, including 850 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Simbli?
Simbli had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simbli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simbli was 85.01%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 80.67%.