Simgari - Kanda, Bageshwar
Simgari is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Simgari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simgari is 050682. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.98 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Simgari 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simgari
According to the 2011 Census, Simgari village had a total population of 751 people, including 344 males and 407 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.06%, with male literacy at 90.49% and female literacy at 71.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 751 | 344 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 257 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 87 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Simgari
Simgari 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 Simgari
Simgari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Simgari is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simgari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simgari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simgari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simgari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simgari
Where is Simgari located?
Simgari village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simgari?
Simgari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simgari?
The pincode of Simgari is 263640.
What is the population of Simgari?
Simgari had a total population of 751, including 344 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Simgari?
Simgari had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simgari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simgari was 80.06%. Male literacy was 90.49% and female literacy was 71.67%.