Simalna Talla - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Simalna Talla is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Kotdwara and around 148 km from Pauri. Simlna Bichla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalna Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalna Talla is 048395. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.32 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Simalna Talla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalna Talla
As per Census 2011, Simalna Talla village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 48 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalna Talla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 4 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Simalna Talla
Simalna Talla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahar | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Simalna Malla | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Chuna Mahera | North | 1.66 km |
| Baliyan Laga Simalna Bichla | West | 2.32 km |
| Gwirala | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Vijapur | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chaundali | East | 2.74 km |
| Char | East | 2.78 km |
| Narai | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Dhurabharpur | North-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simalna Talla
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Simalna Talla. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Simalna Talla is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simalna Talla is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalna Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalna Talla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simalna Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalna Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simalna Talla
Where is Simalna Talla located?
Simalna Talla village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalna Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalna Talla is Simlna Bichla.
What is the pincode of Simalna Talla?
The pincode of Simalna Talla is 246144.
What is the population of Simalna Talla?
Simalna Talla has a total population of 112, including 48 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Simalna Talla?
There are 27 households in Simalna Talla.
What is the literacy rate in Simalna Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalna Talla is 72.32%. Male literacy is 91.67% and female literacy is 57.81%.