Airiyagar - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Airiyagar is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Bageshwar and around 24 km from Bageshwar. Kabhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airiyagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airiyagar is 051215. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Airiyagar 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airiyagar
According to the 2011 Census, Airiyagar village had a total population of 179 people, including 79 males and 100 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.70%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 179 | 79 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 7 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 17 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Airiyagar
Airiyagar 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 Airiyagar
Airiyagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Airiyagar is about 24 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 Airiyagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airiyagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Airiyagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airiyagar 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 Airiyagar
Where is Airiyagar located?
Airiyagar village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Airiyagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Airiyagar is Kabhara.
What is the pincode of Airiyagar?
The pincode of Airiyagar is 263628.
What is the population of Airiyagar?
Airiyagar had a total population of 179, including 79 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Airiyagar?
Airiyagar had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airiyagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airiyagar was 81.70%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 77.78%.