Gairigar - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Gairigar is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Bageshwar and around 33 km from Bageshwar. Pasdeve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairigar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairigar is 051178. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.61 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gairigar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gairigar
As per Census 2011, Gairigar village has a total population of 35 people, consisting of 20 males and 15 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairigar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Gairigar
Gairigar 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 Gairigar
Gairigar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gairigar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairigar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gairigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairigar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gairigar
Where is Gairigar located?
Gairigar village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairigar is Pasdeve.
What is the pincode of Gairigar?
The pincode of Gairigar is 263628.
What is the population of Gairigar?
Gairigar has a total population of 35, including 20 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Gairigar?
There are 8 households in Gairigar.
What is the literacy rate in Gairigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairigar is 88.57%. Male literacy is 95.00% and female literacy is 80.00%.