Simana Gunth - Bhanoli, Almora
Simana Gunth is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chausala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simana Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simana Gunth is 053677. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.04 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Simana Gunth 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simana Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Simana Gunth village had a total population of 33 people, including 13 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,538 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Simana Gunth
Simana Gunth 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 Simana Gunth
Simana Gunth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Almora to Simana Gunth is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simana Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simana Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simana Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simana Gunth 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simana Gunth
Where is Simana Gunth located?
Simana Gunth village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simana Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Simana Gunth is Chausala.
What is the pincode of Simana Gunth?
The pincode of Simana Gunth is 263622.
What is the population of Simana Gunth?
Simana Gunth had a total population of 33, including 13 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Simana Gunth?
Simana Gunth had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simana Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simana Gunth was 79.31%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 70.59%.