Simkhet

Simkhet is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Simkhet village is also a gram panchayat.

Simkhet has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Simkhet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Simkhet is 051297. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263635. Bageshwar is nearest town to Simkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.

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Population of Simkhet

Below is a concise population overview of Simkhet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 467 192 275
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 36 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 8 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 304 144 160
Illiterate Population 163 48 115

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Simkhet village:

  • The total population of Simkhet village is around 467, including approximately 192 males and 275 females, with a sex ratio of 1432 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Simkhet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Simkhet village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Simkhet village is about 65.10%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 58.18%.
  • There are around 95 households in Simkhet village.

Connectivity of Simkhet

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Simkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Simkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Simkhet

Knowing the nearby villages of Simkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Simkhet.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Simkhet

Where is Simkhet located?
Simkhet village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simkhet?
Simkhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Simkhet?
The pincode of Simkhet is 263635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Simkhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Simkhet is 467, with 192 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Simkhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Simkhet village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkhet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Simkhet is 65.10%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 58.18%.