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.
Here you can discover what makes Ghairka unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Ghairka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Ghairka
Population of Ghairka
According to the 2011 Census, Ghairka has a total population of about 420, with approximately 214 males and 206 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.81%, with male literacy at about 77.57% and female literacy near 49.51%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghairka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.