Airal Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Airal Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airal Gaon is 044318. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.3 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Airal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Airal Gaon village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 59 males and 57 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 35 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Airal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Airal Gaon
Airal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sera | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Pasani | South | 1.49 km |
| Ragar Gaon | West | 2.08 km |
| Haldwari | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Ghursal Gaon | West | 2.64 km |
| Bamendi | East | 3.23 km |
| Nahi Kalan | South | 3.52 km |
| Landwakot | West | 3.54 km |
| Sataili Gairwal | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Tamoli Garh | South-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Airal Gaon
Public transport in the Airal Gaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Airal Gaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Airal Gaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airal Gaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Airal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airal Gaon 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 Airal Gaon
Where is Airal Gaon located?
Airal Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Airal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Airal Gaon is Sera.
What is the pincode of Airal Gaon?
The pincode of Airal Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Airal Gaon?
Airal Gaon has a total population of 116, including 59 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Airal Gaon?
There are 19 households in Airal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Airal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airal Gaon is 69.83%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 61.40%.