Simali Heet - Bhikiasain, Almora
Simali Heet is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Bhikiyasain and around 120 km from Almora. Kuridhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simali Heet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simali Heet is 051800. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.37 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Simali Heet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simali Heet
As per Census 2011, Simali Heet village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 71 males and 115 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,619 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simali Heet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 71 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 10 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Simali Heet
Simali Heet 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 Simali Heet
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Simali Heet. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Simali Heet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Simali Heet is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Simali Heet is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simali Heet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simali Heet 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 Simali Heet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simali Heet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simali Heet
Where is Simali Heet located?
Simali Heet village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simali Heet?
The Gram Panchayat of Simali Heet is Kuridhar.
What is the pincode of Simali Heet?
The pincode of Simali Heet is 263667.
What is the population of Simali Heet?
Simali Heet has a total population of 186, including 71 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Simali Heet?
There are 46 households in Simali Heet.
What is the literacy rate in Simali Heet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simali Heet is 70.43%. Male literacy is 85.92% and female literacy is 60.87%.