Irha - Ranikhet, Almora
Irha is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Eada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irha is 052553. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.34 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Irha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Irha
According to the 2011 Census, Irha village had a total population of 162 people, including 74 males and 88 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 63.89%.
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 | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 16 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Irha
Irha 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 Irha
Irha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Irha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irha
Where is Irha located?
Irha village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Irha?
The Gram Panchayat of Irha is Eada.
What is the pincode of Irha?
The pincode of Irha is 263653.
What is the population of Irha?
Irha had a total population of 162, including 74 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Irha?
Irha had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irha was 76.47%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 63.89%.