Kyarsaur - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kyarsaur is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kyarsaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kyarsaur is 043065. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.57 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kyarsaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kyarsaur
As per Census 2011, Kyarsaur village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 57 males and 47 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kyarsaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 36 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kyarsaur
Kyarsaur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Siraun | South | 1.22 km |
| Gudan Gaon | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Durogi | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Sirmoli | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Bhutiyana | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Khadoli Talli | North | 2.07 km |
| Gwalna | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bag Sari | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Dobra | South | 2.43 km |
| Chapoli | North | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kyarsaur
Kyarsaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Devprayag to Kyarsaur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kyarsaur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kyarsaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kyarsaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kyarsaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kyarsaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kyarsaur
Where is Kyarsaur located?
Kyarsaur village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kyarsaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kyarsaur is Nagar.
What is the pincode of Kyarsaur?
The pincode of Kyarsaur is 249122.
What is the population of Kyarsaur?
Kyarsaur has a total population of 104, including 57 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Kyarsaur?
There are 22 households in Kyarsaur.
What is the literacy rate in Kyarsaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kyarsaur is 51.92%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 38.30%.