Simal Kote - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Simal Kote is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Simal Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simal Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simal Kote is 050084. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.76 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Simal Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kote
As per Census 2011, Simal Kote village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 121 males and 149 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Simal Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 121 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 36 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Simal Kote
Simal Kote 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 Kote
Simal Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Simal Kote is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simal Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simal Kote 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 Kote
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 Kote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Simal Kote
Where is Simal Kote located?
Simal Kote village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Simal Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Simal Kote is Simal Kot.
What is the pincode of Simal Kote?
The pincode of Simal Kote is 262522.
What is the population of Simal Kote?
Simal Kote has a total population of 270, including 121 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Simal Kote?
There are 66 households in Simal Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Kote is 65.56%. Male literacy is 70.25% and female literacy is 61.74%.