Simaldhar - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Simaldhar is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from Lansdowne and around 175 km from Pauri. Kandiya Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simaldhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simaldhar is 047556. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.66 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Simaldhar 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 Simaldhar
As per Census 2011, Simaldhar village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 20 males and 20 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simaldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Simaldhar
Simaldhar 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 Simaldhar
Simaldhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Simaldhar is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Simaldhar is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simaldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simaldhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Simaldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simaldhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simaldhar
Where is Simaldhar located?
Simaldhar village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simaldhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Simaldhar is Kandiya Malla.
What is the pincode of Simaldhar?
The pincode of Simaldhar is 246179.
What is the population of Simaldhar?
Simaldhar has a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Simaldhar?
There are 13 households in Simaldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Simaldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simaldhar is 45.00%. Male literacy is 45.00% and female literacy is 45.00%.