Simali - Kanda, Bageshwar
Simali is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kucholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simali is 050776. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.93 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Simali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simali
As per Census 2011, Simali village has a total population of 32 people, consisting of 16 males and 16 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Simali
Simali 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 Simali
Simali 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 >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 Simali is about 40 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 Simali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simali
Where is Simali located?
Simali village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simali?
The Gram Panchayat of Simali is Kucholi.
What is the pincode of Simali?
The pincode of Simali is 263633.
What is the population of Simali?
Simali has a total population of 32, including 16 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Simali?
There are 8 households in Simali.
What is the literacy rate in Simali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simali is 81.25%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 75.00%.