Gair
Gair is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Gairsain. Gairsain is the sub-district headquarter of Gair village.
Here you can discover what makes Gair unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Gair’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 Gair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gair is 041930. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246488. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Gair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Gair
Population of Gair
According to the 2011 Census, Gair has a total population of about 2,652, with approximately 1,405 males and 1,247 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 599 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.00%, with male literacy at about 81.92% and female literacy near 75.70%. There are around 661 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,652 | 1,405 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 176 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 298 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,151 | 944 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 254 | 303 |
Connectivity of Gair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gair. As per the 2011 stats, Gair had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gair
Knowing the nearby villages of Gair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gair
- Where is Gair located?
- Gair village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the pincode of Gair?
- The pincode of Gair is 246488, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gair is 2,652, with 1,405 males and 1,247 females.
- How many households are there in Gair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gair village has a total of 661 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gair is 79.00%. The male literacy rate is 81.92%, while the female literacy rate is 75.70%.