Simlti - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Simlti is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Dwarahat and around 58 km from Almora. Parkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simlti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simlti is 052664. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.41 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Simlti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simlti
According to the 2011 Census, Simlti village had a total population of 69 people, including 39 males and 30 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.85%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 89.66%.
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 | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Simlti
Simlti 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 Simlti
Simlti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Simlti is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Simlti is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simlti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simlti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simlti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simlti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simlti
Where is Simlti located?
Simlti village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simlti?
The Gram Panchayat of Simlti is Parkot.
What is the pincode of Simlti?
The pincode of Simlti is 263621.
What is the population of Simlti?
Simlti had a total population of 69, including 39 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Simlti?
Simlti had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simlti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simlti was 93.85%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 89.66%.