Mahr

Mahr is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Mahr village. As per 2009 stats, Bari Kalan is the gram panchayat of Mahr village.

Mahr has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahr

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahr is 010823. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176031. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Mahr village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Mahr village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahr

Below is a concise population overview of Mahr as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 300 141 159
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 19 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 37 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 209 106 103
Illiterate Population 91 35 56

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahr village:

  • The total population of Mahr village is around 300, including approximately 141 males and 159 females, with a sex ratio of 1127 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Mahr village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahr village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mahr village is about 69.67%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 64.78%.
  • There are around 71 households in Mahr village.

Connectivity of Mahr

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahr. As per the 2011 stats, Mahr had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahr

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahr helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahr.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahr

Where is Mahr located?
Mahr village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahr?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahr is Bari Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahr?
The pincode of Mahr is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahr is 300, with 141 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Mahr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahr village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahr is 69.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 64.78%.