Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune - Jalali, Almora
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Dwarahat and around 91 km from Almora. Simal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is 052729. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.76 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune 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 Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
According to the 2011 Census, Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune village had a total population of 414 people, including 168 males and 246 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,464 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.62%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 68.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 414 | 168 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 78 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 128 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 40 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune 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 Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune 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 Dwarahat to Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune
Where is Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune located?
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune?
The Gram Panchayat of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is Simal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune?
The pincode of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune is 263653.
What is the population of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune?
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune had a total population of 414, including 168 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune?
Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Gaon Avam Chak Ghune was 77.62%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 68.87%.