Gairarh - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Gairarh is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Garad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairarh is 052026. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.3 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gairarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gairarh
As per Census 2011, Gairarh village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 141 males and 168 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 141 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 41 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Gairarh
Gairarh 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 Gairarh
Gairarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ranikhet to Gairarh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gairarh is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gairarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gairarh
Where is Gairarh located?
Gairarh village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairarh is Garad.
What is the pincode of Gairarh?
The pincode of Gairarh is 263653.
What is the population of Gairarh?
Gairarh has a total population of 309, including 141 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Gairarh?
There are 72 households in Gairarh.
What is the literacy rate in Gairarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairarh is 67.31%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 64.29%.