Simliya Lagga Kunigar - Gairsain, Chamoli
Simliya Lagga Kunigar is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kunigad Malli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simliya Lagga Kunigar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simliya Lagga Kunigar is 042008. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.13 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Simliya Lagga Kunigar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simliya Lagga Kunigar
According to the 2011 Census, Simliya Lagga Kunigar village had a total population of 180 people, including 69 males and 111 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,609 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.79%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 180 | 69 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 22 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 13 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Simliya Lagga Kunigar
Simliya Lagga Kunigar 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 Simliya Lagga Kunigar
Simliya Lagga Kunigar 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Simliya Lagga Kunigar is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simliya Lagga Kunigar is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simliya Lagga Kunigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simliya Lagga Kunigar 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 Simliya Lagga Kunigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simliya Lagga Kunigar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simliya Lagga Kunigar
Where is Simliya Lagga Kunigar located?
Simliya Lagga Kunigar village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simliya Lagga Kunigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Simliya Lagga Kunigar is Kunigad Malli.
What is the pincode of Simliya Lagga Kunigar?
The pincode of Simliya Lagga Kunigar is 246431.
What is the population of Simliya Lagga Kunigar?
Simliya Lagga Kunigar had a total population of 180, including 69 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Simliya Lagga Kunigar?
Simliya Lagga Kunigar had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simliya Lagga Kunigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simliya Lagga Kunigar was 80.79%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 71.74%.