Zimiya - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Zimiya is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Quiry serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zimiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zimiya is 048862. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.63 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Zimiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Zimiya
According to the 2011 Census, Zimiya village had a total population of 182 people, including 93 males and 89 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 87.95% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 20 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Zimiya
Zimiya 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 Zimiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Zimiya.
| 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 Didihat to Zimiya is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Zimiya is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zimiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zimiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zimiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zimiya 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Zimiya
Where is Zimiya located?
Zimiya village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zimiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Zimiya is Quiry.
What is the pincode of Zimiya?
The pincode of Zimiya is 262554.
What is the population of Zimiya?
Zimiya had a total population of 182, including 93 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Zimiya?
Zimiya had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zimiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zimiya was 76.83%. Male literacy was 87.95% and female literacy was 65.43%.