Saimali - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Saimali is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Munsiari and around 84 km from Pithoragarh. Sailmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saimali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saimali is 049008. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Saimali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saimali
According to the 2011 Census, Saimali village had a total population of 196 people, including 90 males and 106 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 58.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 14 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Saimali
Saimali 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 Saimali
Public transport in the Saimali is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Saimali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Saimali is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saimali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saimali 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 Saimali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saimali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saimali
Where is Saimali located?
Saimali village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saimali?
The Gram Panchayat of Saimali is Sailmali.
What is the pincode of Saimali?
The pincode of Saimali is 262553.
What is the population of Saimali?
Saimali had a total population of 196, including 90 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Saimali?
Saimali had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saimali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saimali was 75.29%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 58.51%.