Aira - Joshimath, Chamoli
Aira is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Merag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aira is 040859. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.89 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Aira
According to the 2011 Census, Aira village had a total population of 21 people, including 11 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Aira
Aira 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 Aira
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Aira. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Aira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Aira is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Aira is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aira 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aira
Where is Aira located?
Aira village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aira?
The Gram Panchayat of Aira is Merag.
What is the pincode of Aira?
The pincode of Aira is 246443.
What is the population of Aira?
Aira had a total population of 21, including 11 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Aira?
Aira had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aira was 82.35%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 77.78%.