Dairi - Dwarahat, Almora
Dairi is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dairi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dairi is 052642. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.56 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dairi
As per Census 2011, Dairi village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 192 males and 234 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,218 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 192 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 78 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 130 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 62 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dairi
Dairi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghaglori | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Egyara | South | 1.28 km |
| Hulank Talli Mirai | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Bhura | South | 1.84 km |
| Selisar | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Bunga | West | 2.02 km |
| Uncha Kote | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Malli Mirai | South | 2.33 km |
| Dhyari | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Ghusela | South-West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dairi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dairi. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| 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 Dwarahat to Dairi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dairi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dairi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dairi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dairi
Where is Dairi located?
Dairi village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dairi?
Dairi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dairi?
The pincode of Dairi is 263653.
What is the population of Dairi?
Dairi has a total population of 426, including 192 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Dairi?
There are 97 households in Dairi.
What is the literacy rate in Dairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dairi is 63.85%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 60.68%.