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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garhsari
According to the 2011 Census, Garhsari village had a total population of 276 people, including 111 males and 165 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,486 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.84%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 63.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 276 | 111 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 24 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 276, including 111 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Garhsari?
Garhsari had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhsari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhsari was 73.84%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 63.89%.