Medari - Machhor, Almora
Medari is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 100 km from Sult and around 126 km from Almora. Bamuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medari is 052234. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.53 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Medari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medari
As per Census 2011, Medari village has a total population of 62 people, consisting of 20 males and 42 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 2,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 20 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 6 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Medari
Medari 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 Medari
Medari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Medari is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Medari is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Medari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medari
Where is Medari located?
Medari village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medari?
The Gram Panchayat of Medari is Bamuda.
What is the pincode of Medari?
The pincode of Medari is 263680.
What is the population of Medari?
Medari has a total population of 62, including 20 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Medari?
There are 25 households in Medari.
What is the literacy rate in Medari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medari is 50.00%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 40.48%.