Gairar - Bageshwar
Gairar is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gairar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairar is 051032. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.43 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gairar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gairar
As per Census 2011, Gairar village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 97 males and 121 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,247 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 97 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gairar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairar
Where is Gairar located?
Gairar village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairar?
Gairar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gairar?
The pincode of Gairar is 263619.
What is the population of Gairar?
Gairar has a total population of 218, including 97 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Gairar?
There are 53 households in Gairar.
What is the literacy rate in Gairar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairar is 79.82%. Male literacy is 85.57% and female literacy is 75.21%.