Garhsari - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Garhsari is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gardsiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhsari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhsari is 052014. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.6 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garhsari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhsari
As per Census 2011, Garhsari village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 111 males and 165 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,486 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhsari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 111 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 24 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 83 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 28 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Garhsari
Garhsari 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 Garhsari
Garhsari 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 Garhsari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Garhsari is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhsari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Garhsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhsari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhsari
Where is Garhsari located?
Garhsari village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhsari?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhsari is Gardsiyari.
What is the pincode of Garhsari?
The pincode of Garhsari is 263656.
What is the population of Garhsari?
Garhsari has a total population of 276, including 111 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Garhsari?
There are 73 households in Garhsari.
What is the literacy rate in Garhsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhsari is 63.41%. Male literacy is 74.77% and female literacy is 55.76%.