Simora - Ranikhet, Almora
Simora is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simora is 052567. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.11 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Simora 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 Simora
According to the 2011 Census, Simora village had a total population of 26 people, including 14 males and 12 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Simora
Simora 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 Simora
Public transport in the Simora 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 Almora to Simora is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simora 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 Simora
Where is Simora located?
Simora village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simora?
The Gram Panchayat of Simora is Bedgaon.
What is the pincode of Simora?
The pincode of Simora is 263645.
What is the population of Simora?
Simora had a total population of 26, including 14 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Simora?
Simora had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simora was 82.61%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.