Simsyari - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Simsyari is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bageshwar and around 15 km from Bageshwar. Odlohar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simsyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simsyari is 051195. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.12 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Simsyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simsyari
According to the 2011 Census, Simsyari village had a total population of 131 people, including 67 males and 64 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 25 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Simsyari
Simsyari 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 Simsyari
Simsyari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Simsyari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simsyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simsyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simsyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simsyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simsyari
Where is Simsyari located?
Simsyari village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simsyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Simsyari is Odlohar.
What is the pincode of Simsyari?
The pincode of Simsyari is 263628.
What is the population of Simsyari?
Simsyari had a total population of 131, including 67 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Simsyari?
Simsyari had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simsyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simsyari was 74.51%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 62.96%.