Simal Khet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Simal Khet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rai Garsayari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simal Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simal Khet is 049784. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.07 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Simal Khet 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Simal Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Simal Khet village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Simal Khet
Simal Khet 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 Khet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Simal Khet.
| 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 Didihat to Simal Khet is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Simal Khet is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simal Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simal Khet 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 Simal Khet
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 Khet 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simal Khet
Where is Simal Khet located?
Simal Khet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simal Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Simal Khet is Rai Garsayari.
What is the pincode of Simal Khet?
The pincode of Simal Khet is 262531.
What is the population of Simal Khet?
Simal Khet had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Simal Khet?
Simal Khet had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Khet was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.