All rites in which the aupasana fire is used and pertain to an individual and his family are "Grhyakarmas". The seven pakayajnas also belong to this category. They are related exclusively to the family and are not very elaborate.
All rites involving the aupasana fire that pertain to an individual and his family are referred to as "Grhyakarmas". The seven pakayajnas are included in this group. These rituals are specifically for the family and do not involve extensive ceremonies or elaborate practices.