Garasari - Syalde, Almora
Garasari is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Bhikiyasain and around 125 km from Almora. Gardsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garasari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garasari is 051585. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.76 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Garasari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garasari
As per Census 2011, Garasari village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 112 males and 160 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garasari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 112 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 25 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Garasari
Garasari 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 Garasari
Garasari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Garasari is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Garasari is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garasari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garasari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garasari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garasari 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 Garasari
Where is Garasari located?
Garasari village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garasari?
The Gram Panchayat of Garasari is Gardsari.
What is the pincode of Garasari?
The pincode of Garasari is 263665.
What is the population of Garasari?
Garasari has a total population of 272, including 112 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Garasari?
There are 67 households in Garasari.
What is the literacy rate in Garasari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garasari is 68.38%. Male literacy is 77.68% and female literacy is 61.88%.