Kathur Urf Garsir - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Kathur Urf Garsir is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Kotdwara and around 130 km from Pauri. Kathur Chhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathur Urf Garsir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathur Urf Garsir is 048368. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.11 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kathur Urf Garsir 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 Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathur Urf Garsir
According to the 2011 Census, Kathur Urf Garsir village had a total population of 116 people, including 51 males and 65 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,275 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.54%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 116 | 51 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 6 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kathur Urf Garsir
Kathur Urf Garsir 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 Kathur Urf Garsir
Public transport in the Kathur Urf Garsir 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 Dogadda to Kathur Urf Garsir is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kathur Urf Garsir is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathur Urf Garsir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathur Urf Garsir 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathur Urf Garsir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathur Urf Garsir 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 Kathur Urf Garsir
Where is Kathur Urf Garsir located?
Kathur Urf Garsir village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathur Urf Garsir?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathur Urf Garsir is Kathur Chhota.
What is the pincode of Kathur Urf Garsir?
The pincode of Kathur Urf Garsir is 246144.
What is the population of Kathur Urf Garsir?
Kathur Urf Garsir had a total population of 116, including 51 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Kathur Urf Garsir?
Kathur Urf Garsir had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathur Urf Garsir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathur Urf Garsir was 86.54%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 78.95%.