Simgari - Garud, Bageshwar
Simgari is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Simgari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simgari is 051334. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.49 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Simgari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simgari
According to the 2011 Census, Simgari village had a total population of 638 people, including 316 males and 322 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.92%, with male literacy at 95.47% and female literacy at 63.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 638 | 316 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 253 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 63 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Simgari
Simgari 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 Simgari
Simgari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bageshwar to Simgari is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simgari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simgari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simgari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simgari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simgari
Where is Simgari located?
Simgari village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simgari?
Simgari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simgari?
The pincode of Simgari is 263635.
What is the population of Simgari?
Simgari had a total population of 638, including 316 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Simgari?
Simgari had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simgari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simgari was 79.92%. Male literacy was 95.47% and female literacy was 63.95%.