Gairwaram - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Gairwaram is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 100 km from Gopeshwar. Gair Baram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairwaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairwaram is 041636. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.29 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gairwaram 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gairwaram
According to the 2011 Census, Gairwaram village had a total population of 288 people, including 119 males and 169 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,420 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 288 | 119 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 15 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gairwaram
Gairwaram 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 Gairwaram
Gairwaram 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 5-10 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 Gairwaram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Gairwaram is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairwaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairwaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gairwaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairwaram 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairwaram
Where is Gairwaram located?
Gairwaram village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gairwaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairwaram is Gair Baram.
What is the pincode of Gairwaram?
The pincode of Gairwaram is 246481.
What is the population of Gairwaram?
Gairwaram had a total population of 288, including 119 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Gairwaram?
Gairwaram had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairwaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairwaram was 80.65%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.