Simtola - Bageshwar
Simtola is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Palson serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simtola is 051068. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.5 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Simtola 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 Simtola
As per Census 2011, Simtola village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 34 males and 35 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 10 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Simtola
Simtola 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 Simtola
Public transport in the Simtola 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 Bageshwar to Simtola is about 19 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 Simtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simtola 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simtola
Where is Simtola located?
Simtola village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Simtola is Palson.
What is the pincode of Simtola?
The pincode of Simtola is 263619.
What is the population of Simtola?
Simtola has a total population of 69, including 34 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Simtola?
There are 12 households in Simtola.
What is the literacy rate in Simtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simtola is 57.97%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 45.71%.