Simkholi Village - 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Simkholi village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 41 males and 47 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simkholi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Simkholi?
There are 26 households in Simkholi.
What is the literacy rate in Simkholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkholi is 72.73%. Male literacy is 87.80% and female literacy is 59.57%.