Simalsaira - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Simalsaira is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Lansdowne and around 140 km from Pauri. Sukole Talli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalsaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalsaira is 047512. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.69 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Simalsaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalsaira
As per Census 2011, Simalsaira village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 76 males and 84 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simalsaira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Simalsaira
Simalsaira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silwar | East | 2.03 km |
| Sukoli Talli | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Mairura | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Sukoli Malli | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Khaini Talli | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Vinthla | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Gaja Urf Kaleth | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Khaini Malli | East | 3.26 km |
| Jakh Talla | North | 3.35 km |
| Jakh Malla | North | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Simalsaira
Simalsaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 61.0 km.
| 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 Lansdowne to Simalsaira is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simalsaira is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalsaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalsaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Simalsaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalsaira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simalsaira
Where is Simalsaira located?
Simalsaira village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simalsaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalsaira is Sukole Talli.
What is the pincode of Simalsaira?
The pincode of Simalsaira is 246155.
What is the population of Simalsaira?
Simalsaira has a total population of 160, including 76 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Simalsaira?
There are 39 households in Simalsaira.
What is the literacy rate in Simalsaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalsaira is 75.63%. Male literacy is 85.53% and female literacy is 66.67%.