Simli - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Simli is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Majyadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simli is 041341. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.65 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Simli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simli
According to the 2011 Census, Simli village had a total population of 413 people, including 213 males and 200 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.30%, with male literacy at 94.65% and female literacy at 67.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 177 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 36 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Simli
Simli 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 Simli
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Simli.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Simli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simli
Where is Simli located?
Simli village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simli?
The Gram Panchayat of Simli is Majyadi.
What is the pincode of Simli?
The pincode of Simli is 246474.
What is the population of Simli?
Simli had a total population of 413, including 213 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Simli?
Simli had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simli was 81.30%. Male literacy was 94.65% and female literacy was 67.58%.