Gairlekh - Garud, Bageshwar
Gairlekh is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gairlekh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairlekh is 051290. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.34 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gairlekh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gairlekh
According to the 2011 Census, Gairlekh village had a total population of 176 people, including 70 males and 106 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,514 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.29%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 68.37%.
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 | 176 | 70 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Gairlekh
Gairlekh 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 Gairlekh
Gairlekh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gairlekh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairlekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairlekh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gairlekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairlekh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairlekh
Where is Gairlekh located?
Gairlekh village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gairlekh?
Gairlekh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gairlekh?
The pincode of Gairlekh is 263641.
What is the population of Gairlekh?
Gairlekh had a total population of 176, including 70 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gairlekh?
Gairlekh had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairlekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairlekh was 78.29%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 68.37%.