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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Simliya
As per Census 2011, Simliya village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 200 males and 229 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 200 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 120 | 127 |
| 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 has a total population of 429, including 200 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Simliya?
There are 97 households in Simliya.
What is the literacy rate in Simliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simliya is 69.23%. Male literacy is 81.50% and female literacy is 58.52%.