Simkhet - Garud, Bageshwar
Simkhet is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Simkhet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkhet is 051297. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.17 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Simkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Simkhet village had a total population of 467 people, including 192 males and 275 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,432 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.62%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 65.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 467 | 192 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 144 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 48 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Simkhet
Simkhet 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 Simkhet
Simkhet 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Simkhet 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 Simkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkhet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simkhet
Where is Simkhet located?
Simkhet village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simkhet?
Simkhet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simkhet?
The pincode of Simkhet is 263635.
What is the population of Simkhet?
Simkhet had a total population of 467, including 192 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Simkhet?
Simkhet had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkhet was 75.62%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 65.04%.