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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Irak village had a total population of 326 people, including 149 males and 177 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.55%, with male literacy at 83.85% and female literacy at 51.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 326 | 149 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 326, including 149 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Irak?
Irak had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irak was 66.55%. Male literacy was 83.85% and female literacy was 51.35%.