Simalth - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Simalth is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Pauri and around 42 km from Pauri. Boonga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simalth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simalth is 046314. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.5 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Simalth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simalth
According to the 2011 Census, Simalth village had a total population of 187 people, including 78 males and 109 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,397 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.60%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 62.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 187 | 78 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 13 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Simalth
Simalth 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 Simalth
Simalth 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Simalth is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simalth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simalth 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simalth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simalth 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Simalth
Where is Simalth located?
Simalth village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simalth?
The Gram Panchayat of Simalth is Boonga.
What is the pincode of Simalth?
The pincode of Simalth is 246123.
What is the population of Simalth?
Simalth had a total population of 187, including 78 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Simalth?
Simalth had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simalth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simalth was 75.60%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 62.00%.