Rai Garsyari - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Rai Garsyari is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rai Garsayari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rai Garsyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rai Garsyari is 049757. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.86 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Rai Garsyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Rai Garsyari
As per Census 2011, Rai Garsyari village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 165 males and 182 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rai Garsyari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 165 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Rai Garsyari
Rai Garsyari 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 Rai Garsyari
Rai Garsyari 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Rai Garsyari is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Rai Garsyari is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rai Garsyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rai Garsyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rai Garsyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rai Garsyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rai Garsyari
Where is Rai Garsyari located?
Rai Garsyari village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rai Garsyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Rai Garsyari is Rai Garsayari.
What is the pincode of Rai Garsyari?
The pincode of Rai Garsyari is 262534.
What is the population of Rai Garsyari?
Rai Garsyari has a total population of 347, including 165 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Rai Garsyari?
There are 87 households in Rai Garsyari.
What is the literacy rate in Rai Garsyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rai Garsyari is 74.93%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 71.43%.