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 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 Kote
According to the 2011 Census, Simal Kote village had a total population of 270 people, including 121 males and 149 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.96%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 71.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 270 | 121 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 270, including 121 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Simal Kote?
Simal Kote had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simal Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simal Kote was 76.96%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 71.32%.