Hairi - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Hairi is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Ghansali and around 87 km from New Tehri. Kepars serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hairi is 042799. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.76 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Hairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hairi
According to the 2011 Census, Hairi village had a total population of 67 people, including 27 males and 40 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,481 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.67%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 62.16%.
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 | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Hairi
Hairi 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 Hairi
Hairi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Srinagar to Hairi is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Hairi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hairi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hairi 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 Hairi
Where is Hairi located?
Hairi village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Hairi is Kepars.
What is the pincode of Hairi?
The pincode of Hairi is 249125.
What is the population of Hairi?
Hairi had a total population of 67, including 27 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Hairi?
Hairi had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hairi was 71.67%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 62.16%.