Simkuna - Kanda, Bageshwar
Simkuna is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Simkuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkuna is 050770. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.44 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Simkuna 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 Simkuna
As per Census 2011, Simkuna village has a total population of 1,310 people, consisting of 634 males and 676 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,059 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simkuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 634 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,059 | 516 | 543 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 420 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 214 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Simkuna
Simkuna 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 Simkuna
Simkuna 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 Simkuna is about 33 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 Simkuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simkuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Simkuna
Where is Simkuna located?
Simkuna village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simkuna?
Simkuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simkuna?
The pincode of Simkuna is 263631.
What is the population of Simkuna?
Simkuna has a total population of 1,310, including 634 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Simkuna?
There are 285 households in Simkuna.
What is the literacy rate in Simkuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkuna is 57.71%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 49.70%.