Mowari - Ranikhet, Almora
Mowari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Movedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mowari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mowari is 052409. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.22 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mowari 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mowari
According to the 2011 Census, Mowari village had a total population of 675 people, including 335 males and 340 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.83%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 63.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 675 | 335 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 173 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 250 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 85 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Mowari
Mowari 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 Mowari
Public transport in the Mowari is mainly available through shared van 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 Ranikhet to Mowari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Mowari is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mowari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mowari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mowari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mowari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mowari
Where is Mowari located?
Mowari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mowari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mowari is Movedi.
What is the pincode of Mowari?
The pincode of Mowari is 263645.
What is the population of Mowari?
Mowari had a total population of 675, including 335 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Mowari?
Mowari had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mowari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mowari was 74.83%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 63.70%.