Mahar Khola - Ranikhet, Almora
Mahar Khola is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sola-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Khola is 052489. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.96 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mahar Khola 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 Mahar Khola
As per Census 2011, Mahar Khola village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 98 males and 128 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,306 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 75 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahar Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 20 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar Khola
Mahar Khola 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 Mahar Khola
Public transport in the Mahar Khola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranikhet to Mahar Khola is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Mahar Khola is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar Khola 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 Mahar Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahar Khola 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 Mahar Khola
Where is Mahar Khola located?
Mahar Khola village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Khola is Sola-ii.
What is the pincode of Mahar Khola?
The pincode of Mahar Khola is 263663.
What is the population of Mahar Khola?
Mahar Khola has a total population of 226, including 98 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Khola?
There are 48 households in Mahar Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Khola is 66.81%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 57.03%.