Gaira - Ranikhet, Almora
Gaira is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Uodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaira is 052465. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.02 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gaira 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 Gaira
According to the 2011 Census, Gaira village had a total population of 89 people, including 42 males and 47 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 4 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Gaira
Gaira 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 Gaira
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaira.
| 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 Gaira is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gaira is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaira 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gaira
Where is Gaira located?
Gaira village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaira is Uodi.
What is the pincode of Gaira?
The pincode of Gaira is 263663.
What is the population of Gaira?
Gaira had a total population of 89, including 42 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Gaira?
Gaira had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaira was 74.07%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 52.38%.