Daira - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Daira is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Daira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daira is 042141. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.65 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Daira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daira
As per Census 2011, Daira village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 206 males and 200 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 206 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 175 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 31 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Daira
Daira 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 Daira
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Daira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Daira is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daira
Where is Daira located?
Daira village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daira?
Daira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daira?
The pincode of Daira is 246469.
What is the population of Daira?
Daira has a total population of 406, including 206 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Daira?
There are 92 households in Daira.
What is the literacy rate in Daira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daira is 75.86%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 66.50%.