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Simikoṭ, Nepal

Karnali Pradesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Simikoṭ is a small town in Karnali Pradesh, Nepal with a population of 568. Elevation: 9,790 ft (2,984 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
568 Population
9,790 ft Elevation 2,984 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population568
Median Age25.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population568
Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)
Coordinates29.9714°, 81.8197°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceKarnali Pradesh
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (698 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Simikoṭ a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Simikoṭ receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Simikoṭ has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Simikoṭ has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Simikoṭ has a population of 568. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

568
Total Population
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Simikoṭ vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Simikoṭ vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Simikoṭ is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Simikoṭ vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Simikoṭ, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Simikoṭ vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Simikoṭ has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 286 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 9,790 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation9,790 ft (2,984 m)
Coordinates29.9714°N, 81.8197°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in
March 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in Warmest
July 50°F (10°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 6.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in

Simikoṭ has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 24°F in January to 51°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and November the driest (0.4").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Simikoṭ

What is the population of Simikoṭ?

Simikoṭ has a population of 568 residents and is located in Nepal.. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Simikoṭ expensive to live in?

Simikoṭ is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Simikoṭ?

Simikoṭ has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Simikoṭ?

The job market in Simikoṭ faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Simikoṭ?

21.3% of adults in Simikoṭ hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Simikoṭ?

The obesity rate in Simikoṭ is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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