Egyara - Dwarahat, Almora
Egyara is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Talli Mirai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Egyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egyara is 052709. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.66 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Egyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Egyara
According to the 2011 Census, Egyara village had a total population of 90 people, including 34 males and 56 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,647 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 90 | 34 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 2 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Egyara
Egyara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hulank Talli Mirai | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Bhura | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Malli Mirai | South | 1.06 km |
| Dairi | North | 1.28 km |
| Uncha Kote | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Hulank Lagga Malli Mirai | South | 1.70 km |
| Ghaglori | North | 2.20 km |
| Ghusela | West | 2.25 km |
| Masar | South | 2.36 km |
| Khunapant | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Egyara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Egyara. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Egyara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Egyara is about 73 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 Egyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Egyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Egyara
Where is Egyara located?
Egyara village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Egyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Egyara is Talli Mirai.
What is the pincode of Egyara?
The pincode of Egyara is 263653.
What is the population of Egyara?
Egyara had a total population of 90, including 34 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Egyara?
Egyara had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Egyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egyara was 72.09%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 55.56%.