Ghairka

Ghairka is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Ghairka village is also a gram panchayat.

Ghairka has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghairka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghairka is 042747. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Srinagar is nearest town to Ghairka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.

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Population of Ghairka

Below is a concise population overview of Ghairka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 420 214 206
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 37 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 268 166 102
Illiterate Population 152 48 104

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghairka village:

  • The total population of Ghairka village is around 420, including approximately 214 males and 206 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Ghairka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghairka village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghairka village is about 63.81%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 49.51%.
  • There are around 77 households in Ghairka village.

Connectivity of Ghairka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghairka. As per the 2011 stats, Ghairka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghairka

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghairka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghairka.

Ghanyur Bhimleth Ragri Myar Myar Mdahey Nauli B Chak Dalla Jaspur Bonga Paira Bhaneldi Changora Sarkanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghairka

Where is Ghairka located?
Ghairka village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghairka?
Ghairka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghairka?
The pincode of Ghairka is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghairka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghairka is 420, with 214 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Ghairka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghairka village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghairka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghairka is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 77.57%, while the female literacy rate is 49.51%.