Gair - Barnigad, Uttarkashi
Gair is a village situated in the Barnigad tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Barkot and around 106 km from Uttarkashi. Gair Mugarsanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gair is 040421. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.39 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gair
According to the 2011 Census, Gair village had a total population of 364 people, including 186 males and 178 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.76%, with male literacy at 76.35% and female literacy at 44.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 186 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 113 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 73 | 116 |
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 5-10 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 Barkot to Gair is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gair is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 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 >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 5-10 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 Barnigad Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gair?
The Gram Panchayat of Gair is Gair Mugarsanti.
What is the pincode of Gair?
The pincode of Gair is 249141.
What is the population of Gair?
Gair had a total population of 364, including 186 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Gair?
Gair had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gair was 60.76%. Male literacy was 76.35% and female literacy was 44.29%.