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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Airad village had a total population of 674 people, including 340 males and 334 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.51%, with male literacy at 97.59% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 674 | 340 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 674, including 340 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Airad?
Airad had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airad was 88.51%. Male literacy was 97.59% and female literacy was 79.73%.