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.
Here you can discover what makes Simkhet unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Simkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Simkhet
Population of Simkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Simkhet has a total population of about 467, with approximately 192 males and 275 females. The sex ratio is around 1432 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.10%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 58.18%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Simkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.