Mahara
Mahara is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Mahara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mahara unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Mahara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahara is 001265. The village spans a total geographical area of 1427 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Mahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Mahara
Population of Mahara
According to the 2011 Census, Mahara has a total population of about 3,290, with approximately 1,733 males and 1,557 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 535 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 298. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.24%, with male literacy at about 60.13% and female literacy near 37.12%. There are around 575 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,290 | 1,733 | 1,557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 286 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 164 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,620 | 1,042 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 691 | 979 |
Connectivity of Mahara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahara. As per the 2011 stats, Mahara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahara
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahara
- Where is Mahara located?
- Mahara village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahara?
- Mahara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahara?
- The pincode of Mahara is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahara is 3,290, with 1,733 males and 1,557 females.
- How many households are there in Mahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahara village has a total of 575 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahara is 49.24%. The male literacy rate is 60.13%, while the female literacy rate is 37.12%.