Simagaon - Garud, Bageshwar
Simagaon is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ratore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simagaon is 051441. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.07 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Simagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Simagaon village had a total population of 133 people, including 67 males and 66 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.17%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 73.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Simagaon
Simagaon 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 Simagaon
Public transport in the Simagaon is mainly available through bus 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 Simagaon is about 32 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 Simagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simagaon 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 Simagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simagaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simagaon
Where is Simagaon located?
Simagaon village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Simagaon is Ratore.
What is the pincode of Simagaon?
The pincode of Simagaon is 263635.
What is the population of Simagaon?
Simagaon had a total population of 133, including 67 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Simagaon?
Simagaon had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simagaon was 84.17%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 73.85%.