Andrapa - Gairsain, Chamoli
Andrapa is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Andrapa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andrapa is 041919. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.73 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Andrapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Andrapa
According to the 2011 Census, Andrapa village had a total population of 775 people, including 337 males and 438 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 67.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 775 | 337 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 43 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 260 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 77 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Andrapa
Andrapa 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 Andrapa
Andrapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Andrapa is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Andrapa is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andrapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andrapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andrapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andrapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andrapa
Where is Andrapa located?
Andrapa village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andrapa?
Andrapa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andrapa?
The pincode of Andrapa is 246428.
What is the population of Andrapa?
Andrapa had a total population of 775, including 337 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Andrapa?
Andrapa had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andrapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andrapa was 79.81%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 67.75%.