Simela - Barakot, Champawat
Simela is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Lohaghat and around 33 km from Champawat. Lidu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simela is 054221. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.18 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Simela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simela
According to the 2011 Census, Simela village had a total population of 135 people, including 66 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 50.82%.
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 | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 56 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 10 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Simela
Simela 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 Simela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Simela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Simela is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Simela is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simela
Where is Simela located?
Simela village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simela?
The Gram Panchayat of Simela is Lidu.
What is the pincode of Simela?
The pincode of Simela is 262523.
What is the population of Simela?
Simela had a total population of 135, including 66 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Simela?
Simela had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simela was 70.73%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 50.82%.