Gair - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Gair is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gair is 042065. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.41 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gair
As per Census 2011, Gair village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 33 males and 37 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Gair
Gair 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 Gair
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Gair is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gair 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gair 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gair
Where is Gair located?
Gair village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gair?
The Gram Panchayat of Gair is Kwali.
What is the pincode of Gair?
The pincode of Gair is 246469.
What is the population of Gair?
Gair has a total population of 70, including 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gair?
There are 13 households in Gair.
What is the literacy rate in Gair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gair is 80.00%. Male literacy is 84.85% and female literacy is 75.68%.