Irak - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Irak is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Eedak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irak is 040314. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.97 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Irak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irak
As per Census 2011, Irak village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 149 males and 177 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 149 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 109 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 40 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Irak
Irak 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 Irak
Irak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Irak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Irak is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Irak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irak
Where is Irak located?
Irak village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irak?
The Gram Panchayat of Irak is Eedak.
What is the pincode of Irak?
The pincode of Irak is 249141.
What is the population of Irak?
Irak has a total population of 326, including 149 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Irak?
There are 72 households in Irak.
What is the literacy rate in Irak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irak is 56.75%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 42.94%.