Gairar - Ranikhet, Almora
Gairar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Garad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairar is 052459. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.77 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gairar 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 Gairar
According to the 2011 Census, Gairar village had a total population of 334 people, including 156 males and 178 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 97.04% and female literacy at 80.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 334 | 156 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gairar
Gairar 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 Gairar
Gairar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Gairar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gairar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gairar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gairar
Where is Gairar located?
Gairar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gairar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairar is Garad.
What is the pincode of Gairar?
The pincode of Gairar is 263663.
What is the population of Gairar?
Gairar had a total population of 334, including 156 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Gairar?
Gairar had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairar was 88.14%. Male literacy was 97.04% and female literacy was 80.63%.