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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kathur Urf Garsir village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 51 males and 65 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,274 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 26 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathur Urf Garsir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 51 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 116, including 51 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Kathur Urf Garsir?
There are 28 households in Kathur Urf Garsir.
What is the literacy rate in Kathur Urf Garsir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathur Urf Garsir is 77.59%. Male literacy is 88.24% and female literacy is 69.23%.