Garau - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Garau is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Garau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garau is 049630. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.88 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Garau 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garau
According to the 2011 Census, Garau village had a total population of 471 people, including 234 males and 237 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.36%, with male literacy at 98.55% and female literacy at 88.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 471 | 234 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 204 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Garau
Garau 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 Garau
Garau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Didihat to Garau is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Garau is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garau 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 Garau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garau 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 Garau
Where is Garau located?
Garau village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garau?
Garau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garau?
The pincode of Garau is 262531.
What is the population of Garau?
Garau had a total population of 471, including 234 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Garau?
Garau had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garau was 93.36%. Male literacy was 98.55% and female literacy was 88.37%.