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
According to the 2011 Census, Gair village had a total population of 70 people, including 33 males and 37 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.80%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.85%.
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 | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 70, including 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gair?
Gair had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gair was 91.80%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.85%.