Simkhet - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Simkhet is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Thalisain and around 130 km from Pauri. Khaitole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simkhet is 046701. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.28 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Simkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Simkhet village had a total population of 168 people, including 81 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 65.38%.
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 | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Simkhet
Simkhet 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 Simkhet
Public transport in the Simkhet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Simkhet is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simkhet
Where is Simkhet located?
Simkhet village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Simkhet is Khaitole.
What is the pincode of Simkhet?
The pincode of Simkhet is 246175.
What is the population of Simkhet?
Simkhet had a total population of 168, including 81 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Simkhet?
Simkhet had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simkhet was 73.65%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 65.38%.