Sima - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Sima is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Golana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sima is 050635. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.62 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sima 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 Sima
According to the 2011 Census, Sima village had a total population of 133 people, including 62 males and 71 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 79.69%.
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 | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Sima
Sima 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 Sima
Sima is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Sima is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sima 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sima
Where is Sima located?
Sima village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sima?
The Gram Panchayat of Sima is Golana.
What is the pincode of Sima?
The pincode of Sima is 263642.
What is the population of Sima?
Sima had a total population of 133, including 62 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Sima?
Sima had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sima was 86.84%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 79.69%.