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 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 Gairigar
According to the 2011 Census, Gairigar village had a total population of 35 people, including 20 males and 15 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 35, including 20 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Gairigar?
Gairigar had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairigar was 91.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.