Gairlekh
Gairlekh is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gairlekh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gairlekh unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Gairlekh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gairlekh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gairlekh is 051290. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263635. Bageshwar is nearest town to Gairlekh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Gairlekh
Population of Gairlekh
According to the 2011 Census, Gairlekh has a total population of about 176, with approximately 70 males and 106 females. The sex ratio is around 1514 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.61%, with male literacy at about 74.29% and female literacy near 63.21%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gairlekh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 70 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Connectivity of Gairlekh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gairlekh. As per the 2011 stats, Gairlekh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gairlekh
Knowing the nearby villages of Gairlekh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gairlekh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gairlekh
- Where is Gairlekh located?
- Gairlekh village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gairlekh?
- Gairlekh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gairlekh?
- The pincode of Gairlekh is 263635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gairlekh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gairlekh is 176, with 70 males and 106 females.
- How many households are there in Gairlekh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gairlekh village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gairlekh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gairlekh is 67.61%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 63.21%.