Simli - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Simli is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Tharali and around 76 km from Gopeshwar. Simli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simli is 041653. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.74 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Simli 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simli
According to the 2011 Census, Simli village had a total population of 864 people, including 403 males and 461 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.34%, with male literacy at 94.78% and female literacy at 77.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 864 | 403 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 327 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 76 | 142 |
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
Simli 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 Simli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simli is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simli
Where is Simli located?
Simli village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simli?
Simli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simli?
The pincode of Simli is 246455.
What is the population of Simli?
Simli had a total population of 864, including 403 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Simli?
Simli had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simli was 85.34%. Male literacy was 94.78% and female literacy was 77.43%.