Simlya - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Simlya is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Pauri and around 43 km from Pauri. Jamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simlya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simlya is 045732. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.32 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Simlya 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 Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simlya
According to the 2011 Census, Simlya village had a total population of 44 people, including 19 males and 25 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.79%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 47.83%.
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 | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Simlya
Simlya 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 Simlya
Public transport in the Simlya is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Simlya is about 43 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 Simlya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simlya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simlya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simlya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Simlya
Where is Simlya located?
Simlya village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simlya?
The Gram Panchayat of Simlya is Jamari.
What is the pincode of Simlya?
The pincode of Simlya is 246175.
What is the population of Simlya?
Simlya had a total population of 44, including 19 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Simlya?
Simlya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simlya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simlya was 65.79%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 47.83%.