Simoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Simoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Simoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simoli is 052312. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.34 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Simoli 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simoli
According to the 2011 Census, Simoli village had a total population of 298 people, including 133 males and 165 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,241 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 95.87% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 298 | 133 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 116 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 17 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Simoli
Simoli 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 Simoli
Public transport in the Simoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Simoli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Simoli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simoli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simoli
Where is Simoli located?
Simoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simoli?
Simoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simoli?
The pincode of Simoli is 263663.
What is the population of Simoli?
Simoli had a total population of 298, including 133 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Simoli?
Simoli had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simoli was 77.99%. Male literacy was 95.87% and female literacy was 63.27%.