Simalchaur - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Simalchaur is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Kotdwara and around 111 km from Pauri. Simal Chaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalchaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalchaur is 048563. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.15 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Simalchaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simalchaur
As per Census 2011, Simalchaur village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 853 males and 931 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,346 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 819 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalchaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 853 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 398 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 687 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 166 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Simalchaur
Simalchaur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balbhadrapur | South | 1.01 km |
| Durgapur | West | 1.03 km |
| Shibbu Nagar | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Ghamandpur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Dhurwapur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Motadhak | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Shiv Rajpur | West | 2.86 km |
| Balasaur | East | 2.90 km |
| Padampur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Dev Rampur | West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simalchaur
Public transport in the Simalchaur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kotdwara to Simalchaur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simalchaur is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalchaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalchaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simalchaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalchaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simalchaur
Where is Simalchaur located?
Simalchaur village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalchaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalchaur is Simal Chaur.
What is the pincode of Simalchaur?
The pincode of Simalchaur is 246149.
What is the population of Simalchaur?
Simalchaur has a total population of 1,784, including 853 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Simalchaur?
There are 365 households in Simalchaur.
What is the literacy rate in Simalchaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalchaur is 75.45%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 70.78%.