Simrar - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Simrar is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Simrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simrar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simrar is 054579. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.06 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Simrar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simrar
According to the 2011 Census, Simrar village had a total population of 48 people, including 21 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Simrar
Simrar 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 Simrar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Simrar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Simrar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Simrar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Simrar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simrar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simrar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simrar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simrar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simrar
Where is Simrar located?
Simrar village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simrar?
The Gram Panchayat of Simrar is Simrad.
What is the pincode of Simrar?
The pincode of Simrar is 263135.
What is the population of Simrar?
Simrar had a total population of 48, including 21 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Simrar?
Simrar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simrar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simrar was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.