Simkhola - Someshwar, Almora
Simkhola is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Simkhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkhola is 053356. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.33 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Simkhola 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 Simkhola
According to the 2011 Census, Simkhola village had a total population of 220 people, including 97 males and 123 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,268 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.98%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 78.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 220 | 97 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 13 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Simkhola
Simkhola 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 Simkhola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simkhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Simkhola is about 38 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 Simkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkhola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simkhola
Where is Simkhola located?
Simkhola village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simkhola?
Simkhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simkhola?
The pincode of Simkhola is 263638.
What is the population of Simkhola?
Simkhola had a total population of 220, including 97 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Simkhola?
Simkhola had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkhola was 86.98%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 78.30%.