Simal Gaon - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Simal Gaon is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Lansdowne and around 171 km from Pauri. Dhayad Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simal Gaon is 047618. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.44 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Simal Gaon 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 Simal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Simal Gaon village had a total population of 179 people, including 66 males and 113 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.55%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 67.33%.
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 | 179 | 66 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 46 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 20 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Simal Gaon
Simal Gaon 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 Simal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simal Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Simal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Simal Gaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simal Gaon is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Simal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simal Gaon 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Simal Gaon
Where is Simal Gaon located?
Simal Gaon village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Simal Gaon is Dhayad Gaon.
What is the pincode of Simal Gaon?
The pincode of Simal Gaon is 246179.
What is the population of Simal Gaon?
Simal Gaon had a total population of 179, including 66 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Simal Gaon?
Simal Gaon had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Gaon was 73.55%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 67.33%.