Simtoli - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Simtoli is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Bageshwar and around 36 km from Bageshwar. Simtoli-2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simtoli is 051227. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.75 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Simtoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Simtoli
According to the 2011 Census, Simtoli village had a total population of 308 people, including 146 males and 162 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 51.52%.
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 | 308 | 146 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 114 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 32 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Simtoli
Simtoli 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 Simtoli
Public transport in the Simtoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Simtoli is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simtoli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simtoli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simtoli
Where is Simtoli located?
Simtoli village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Simtoli is Simtoli-2.
What is the pincode of Simtoli?
The pincode of Simtoli is 263628.
What is the population of Simtoli?
Simtoli had a total population of 308, including 146 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Simtoli?
Simtoli had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simtoli was 70.00%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 51.52%.