Gairar - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Gairar is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Saugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gairar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairar is 049284. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.24 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gairar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gairar
As per Census 2011, Gairar village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 21 males and 24 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Gairar
Gairar 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 Gairar
Gairar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Gairar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gairar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gairar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gairar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairar
Where is Gairar located?
Gairar village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gairar is Saugaon.
What is the pincode of Gairar?
The pincode of Gairar is 262552.
What is the population of Gairar?
Gairar has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gairar?
There are 6 households in Gairar.
What is the literacy rate in Gairar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairar is 62.22%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 45.83%.