Simtola - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Simtola is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pokhari Bhairang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Simtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simtola is 050052. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.05 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Simtola 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 Simtola
According to the 2011 Census, Simtola village had a total population of 5 people, including 3 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Simtola
Simtola 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 Simtola
Public transport in the Simtola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Simtola is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Simtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Simtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simtola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Simtola
Where is Simtola located?
Simtola village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Simtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Simtola is Pokhari Bhairang.
What is the pincode of Simtola?
The pincode of Simtola is 262522.
What is the population of Simtola?
Simtola had a total population of 5, including 3 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Simtola?
Simtola had 1 households.