Gairar Malla - Bhanoli, Almora
Gairar Malla is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gairar Malla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairar Malla is 053573. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.95 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gairar Malla 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gairar Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Gairar Malla village had a total population of 551 people, including 270 males and 281 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.02%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 55.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318.
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 | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 176 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 94 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Gairar Malla
Gairar Malla 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 Gairar Malla
Public transport in the Gairar Malla is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Gairar Malla is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairar Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairar Malla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gairar Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairar Malla 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 Gairar Malla
Where is Gairar Malla located?
Gairar Malla village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gairar Malla?
Gairar Malla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gairar Malla?
The pincode of Gairar Malla is 263623.
What is the population of Gairar Malla?
Gairar Malla had a total population of 551, including 270 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Gairar Malla?
Gairar Malla had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairar Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairar Malla was 66.02%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 55.04%.