Simal Sain - Tharali, Chamoli
Simal Sain is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simal Sain is 041707. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.1 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Simal Sain is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Simal Sain
According to the 2011 Census, Simal Sain village had a total population of 258 people, including 140 males and 118 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 67.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 258 | 140 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 121 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 19 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Simal Sain
Simal Sain 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 Simal Sain
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Simal Sain is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Simal Sain is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Simal Sain
Where is Simal Sain located?
Simal Sain village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Simal Sain?
The pincode of Simal Sain is 246481.
What is the population of Simal Sain?
Simal Sain had a total population of 258, including 140 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Simal Sain?
Simal Sain had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Sain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Sain was 83.19%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 67.68%.