Airad - Ranikhet, Almora
Airad is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Airor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airad is 052420. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.17 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Airad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airad
As per Census 2011, Airad village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 340 males and 334 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Airad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 340 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 284 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 56 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Airad
Airad 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 Airad
Airad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Airad is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Airad is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Airad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airad 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 Airad
Where is Airad located?
Airad village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Airad?
The Gram Panchayat of Airad is Airor.
What is the pincode of Airad?
The pincode of Airad is 263645.
What is the population of Airad?
Airad has a total population of 674, including 340 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Airad?
There are 132 households in Airad.
What is the literacy rate in Airad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airad is 77.74%. Male literacy is 83.53% and female literacy is 71.86%.