Gairkholi - Bhikiasain, Almora
Gairkholi is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhikiyasain and around 82 km from Almora. Danpoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairkholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairkholi is 051770. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.4 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Gairkholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gairkholi
Gairkholi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Noona | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Falsaun | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Gujargari | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Rigria | West | 1.79 km |
| Kargina | North | 1.91 km |
| Pipaliya | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Ugaliya Lalchand | North | 2.49 km |
| Tana Chatura | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Mohanri | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Ugaliya Kathayat | North | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gairkholi
Public transport in the Gairkholi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Gairkholi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gairkholi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairkholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairkholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gairkholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairkholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairkholi
Where is Gairkholi located?
Gairkholi village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairkholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairkholi is Danpoo.
What is the pincode of Gairkholi?
The pincode of Gairkholi is 263667.