Simliya - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Simliya is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Lansdowne and around 105 km from Pauri. Simliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simliya is 047296. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.92 hectares and falls under the 246128 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Simliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Simliya
According to the 2011 Census, Simliya village had a total population of 429 people, including 200 males and 229 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 69.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 429 | 200 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 120 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 163 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 37 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Simliya
Simliya 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 Simliya
Simliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lansdowne to Simliya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simliya is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simliya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simliya
Where is Simliya located?
Simliya village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simliya?
Simliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Simliya?
The pincode of Simliya is 246128.
What is the population of Simliya?
Simliya had a total population of 429, including 200 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Simliya?
Simliya had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simliya was 81.82%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 69.07%.