Mahat Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Mahat Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mahat Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahat Gaon is 052281. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.25 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mahat Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahat Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahat Gaon village had a total population of 423 people, including 180 males and 243 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,350 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 94.04% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 180 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 38 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Mahat Gaon
Mahat Gaon 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 Mahat Gaon
Mahat Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahat Gaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Mahat Gaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahat Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahat Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahat Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahat Gaon
Where is Mahat Gaon located?
Mahat Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahat Gaon?
The pincode of Mahat Gaon is 263652.
What is the population of Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had a total population of 423, including 180 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahat Gaon was 74.66%. Male literacy was 94.04% and female literacy was 61.11%.