Gartir - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Gartir is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Surkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gartir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gartir is 049993. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.75 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Gartir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gartir
According to the 2011 Census, Gartir village had a total population of 40 people, including 20 males and 20 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Gartir
Gartir 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 Gartir
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gartir.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Gartir is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gartir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gartir 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gartir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gartir 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gartir
Where is Gartir located?
Gartir village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gartir?
The Gram Panchayat of Gartir is Surkhal.
What is the pincode of Gartir?
The pincode of Gartir is 262522.
What is the population of Gartir?
Gartir had a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Gartir?
Gartir had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gartir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gartir was 84.21%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.