Simlasu - Pokhari, Chamoli
Simlasu is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Simlasu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simlasu is 041176. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.36 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Simlasu 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 Simlasu
According to the 2011 Census, Simlasu village had a total population of 207 people, including 100 males and 107 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.06%, with male literacy at 97.85% and female literacy at 80.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 9 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Simlasu
Simlasu 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 Simlasu
Simlasu 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 Simlasu is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simlasu is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simlasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simlasu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Simlasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simlasu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simlasu
Where is Simlasu located?
Simlasu village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simlasu?
Simlasu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simlasu?
The pincode of Simlasu is 246473.
What is the population of Simlasu?
Simlasu had a total population of 207, including 100 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Simlasu?
Simlasu had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simlasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simlasu was 89.06%. Male literacy was 97.85% and female literacy was 80.81%.