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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simela
As per Census 2011, Simela village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 66 males and 69 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 48 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 135, including 66 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Simela?
There are 28 households in Simela.
What is the literacy rate in Simela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simela is 64.44%. Male literacy is 84.85% and female literacy is 44.93%.