Gairi - Ghaat, Chamoli
Gairi is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamoli and around 60 km from Gopeshwar. Geri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairi is 041089. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.25 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gairi
According to the 2011 Census, Gairi village had a total population of 273 people, including 121 males and 152 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,256 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 57.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 273 | 121 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 40 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 47 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Gairi
Gairi 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 Gairi
Gairi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Gairi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gairi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairi
Where is Gairi located?
Gairi village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairi is Geri.
What is the pincode of Gairi?
The pincode of Gairi is 246435.
What is the population of Gairi?
Gairi had a total population of 273, including 121 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Gairi?
Gairi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairi was 67.80%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 57.52%.