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.
Here you can discover what makes Gairgunth unique in its vibrant Chamoli region. You’ll see Gairgunth’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Gairgunth
Population of Gairgunth
According to the 2011 Census, Gairgunth has a total population of about 125, with approximately 59 males and 66 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.20%, with male literacy at about 96.61% and female literacy near 71.21%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gairgunth's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.