Simalkhet - Pati, Champawat
Simalkhet is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chilniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalkhet is 054011. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.08 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Simalkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simalkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Simalkhet village had a total population of 31 people, including 21 males and 10 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 476 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.55%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Simalkhet
Simalkhet 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 Simalkhet
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Simalkhet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Simalkhet is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Simalkhet is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalkhet 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simalkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalkhet 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 Simalkhet
Where is Simalkhet located?
Simalkhet village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simalkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalkhet is Chilniya.
What is the pincode of Simalkhet?
The pincode of Simalkhet is 262561.
What is the population of Simalkhet?
Simalkhet had a total population of 31, including 21 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Simalkhet?
Simalkhet had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simalkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalkhet was 93.55%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.