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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Garasari village had a total population of 272 people, including 112 males and 160 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 89.69% and female literacy at 66.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 272 | 112 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 272, including 112 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Garasari?
Garasari had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garasari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garasari was 75.61%. Male literacy was 89.69% and female literacy was 66.44%.