Simtoli - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Simtoli is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Aeirwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simtoli is 041478. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.27 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Simtoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simtoli
According to the 2011 Census, Simtoli village had a total population of 161 people, including 73 males and 88 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.54%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 58.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 161 | 73 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 11 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Simtoli
Simtoli 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 Simtoli
Simtoli 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Simtoli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simtoli is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simtoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simtoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simtoli
Where is Simtoli located?
Simtoli village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Simtoli is Aeirwadi.
What is the pincode of Simtoli?
The pincode of Simtoli is 246444.
What is the population of Simtoli?
Simtoli had a total population of 161, including 73 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Simtoli?
Simtoli had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simtoli was 75.54%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 58.90%.