Simalt - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Simalt is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kanoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalt is 041328. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.08 hectares and falls under the 246487 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Simalt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simalt
As per Census 2011, Simalt village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 57 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Simalt
Simalt 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 Simalt
Simalt 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Simalt is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simalt is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalt 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Simalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalt 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 Simalt
Where is Simalt located?
Simalt village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalt?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalt is Kanoth.
What is the pincode of Simalt?
The pincode of Simalt is 246487.
What is the population of Simalt?
Simalt has a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Simalt?
There are 30 households in Simalt.
What is the literacy rate in Simalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalt is 68.38%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 63.33%.