Birar - Jainti, Almora
Birar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birar is 053472. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.91 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Birar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birar
As per Census 2011, Birar village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 36 males and 31 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Birar
Birar 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 Birar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Birar.
| 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 Almora to Birar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birar 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 Birar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Birar
Where is Birar located?
Birar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birar is Lwali.
What is the pincode of Birar?
The pincode of Birar is 263626.
What is the population of Birar?
Birar has a total population of 67, including 36 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Birar?
There are 14 households in Birar.
What is the literacy rate in Birar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birar is 83.58%. Male literacy is 94.44% and female literacy is 70.97%.