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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gairarh
According to the 2011 Census, Gairarh village had a total population of 309 people, including 141 males and 168 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,191 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 72.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 309 | 141 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 309, including 141 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Gairarh?
Gairarh had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairarh was 78.79%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 72.48%.