Simkhet Chak Gai - Bageshwar
Simkhet Chak Gai is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sirouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simkhet Chak Gai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkhet Chak Gai is 050994. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.98 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Simkhet Chak Gai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simkhet Chak Gai
As per Census 2011, Simkhet Chak Gai village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 67 males and 72 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simkhet Chak Gai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Simkhet Chak Gai
Simkhet Chak Gai 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 Simkhet Chak Gai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simkhet Chak Gai.
| 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 Bageshwar to Simkhet Chak Gai is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simkhet Chak Gai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkhet Chak Gai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simkhet Chak Gai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkhet Chak Gai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simkhet Chak Gai
Where is Simkhet Chak Gai located?
Simkhet Chak Gai village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simkhet Chak Gai?
The Gram Panchayat of Simkhet Chak Gai is Sirouli.
What is the pincode of Simkhet Chak Gai?
The pincode of Simkhet Chak Gai is 263642.
What is the population of Simkhet Chak Gai?
Simkhet Chak Gai has a total population of 139, including 67 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Simkhet Chak Gai?
There are 34 households in Simkhet Chak Gai.
What is the literacy rate in Simkhet Chak Gai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkhet Chak Gai is 76.26%. Male literacy is 80.60% and female literacy is 72.22%.