Simayal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Simayal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nargoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simayal is 050836. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.61 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Simayal 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 Simayal
As per Census 2011, Simayal village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 49 males and 57 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simayal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Simayal
Simayal 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 Simayal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simayal.
| 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 Simayal is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simayal 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 Simayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simayal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simayal
Where is Simayal located?
Simayal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Simayal is Nargoli.
What is the pincode of Simayal?
The pincode of Simayal is 263631.
What is the population of Simayal?
Simayal has a total population of 106, including 49 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Simayal?
There are 26 households in Simayal.
What is the literacy rate in Simayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simayal is 67.92%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 66.67%.