Gair - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Gair is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 98 km from Tehri and around 98 km from New Tehri. Gair (ngun) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gair is 043742. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.72 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Gair 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 Gair
As per Census 2011, Gair village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 166 males and 186 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 166 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 74 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Gair
Gair 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 Gair
Gair 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Gair is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gair is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gair 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 Gair
Where is Gair located?
Gair village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gair?
The Gram Panchayat of Gair is Gair (ngun).
What is the pincode of Gair?
The pincode of Gair is 249132.
What is the population of Gair?
Gair has a total population of 352, including 166 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Gair?
There are 65 households in Gair.
What is the literacy rate in Gair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gair is 50.00%. Male literacy is 55.42% and female literacy is 45.16%.