Gainar - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Gainar is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gainar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gainar is 050612. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.17 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gainar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gainar
As per Census 2011, Gainar village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 91 males and 89 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gainar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gainar
Gainar 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 Gainar
Gainar 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 Gainar is about 19 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 Gainar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gainar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gainar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gainar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gainar
Where is Gainar located?
Gainar village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gainar?
Gainar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gainar?
The pincode of Gainar is 263632.
What is the population of Gainar?
Gainar has a total population of 180, including 91 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Gainar?
There are 41 households in Gainar.
What is the literacy rate in Gainar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gainar is 71.11%. Male literacy is 80.22% and female literacy is 61.80%.