Gairgunth

Gairgunth is a village located in Chamoli tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chamoli (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Tangsa is the gram panchayat of Gairgunth village.

Gairgunth has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gairgunth

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gairgunth is 040927. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246401. Gopeshwar is nearest town to Gairgunth village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gairgunth village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gairgunth

Below is a concise population overview of Gairgunth as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 125 59 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 2 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 7 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 104 57 47
Illiterate Population 21 2 19

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gairgunth village:

  • The total population of Gairgunth village is around 125, including approximately 59 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 1118 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Gairgunth village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gairgunth village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gairgunth village is about 83.20%, with male literacy at 96.61% and female literacy at 71.21%.
  • There are around 32 households in Gairgunth village.

Connectivity of Gairgunth

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gairgunth. As per the 2011 stats, Gairgunth had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gairgunth

Knowing the nearby villages of Gairgunth helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gairgunth.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gairgunth

Where is Gairgunth located?
Gairgunth village is situated in Chamoli Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairgunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairgunth is Tangsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gairgunth?
The pincode of Gairgunth is 246401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gairgunth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gairgunth is 125, with 59 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gairgunth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gairgunth village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairgunth as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gairgunth is 83.20%. The male literacy rate is 96.61%, while the female literacy rate is 71.21%.