Simkholi - Pokhari, Chamoli
Simkholi is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Simkholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkholi is 041225. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.6 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Simkholi 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simkholi
According to the 2011 Census, Simkholi village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.01%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Simkholi
Simkholi 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 Simkholi
Simkholi 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 Simkholi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simkholi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simkholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkholi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simkholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkholi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simkholi
Where is Simkholi located?
Simkholi village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simkholi?
Simkholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simkholi?
The pincode of Simkholi is 246473.
What is the population of Simkholi?
Simkholi had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Simkholi?
Simkholi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkholi was 79.01%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.22%.