Mehalchaura - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Mehalchaura is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Bageshwar and around 25 km from Bageshwar. Palayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehalchaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehalchaura is 051103. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.03 hectares and falls under the 263630 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mehalchaura 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehalchaura
According to the 2011 Census, Mehalchaura village had a total population of 142 people, including 68 males and 74 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.92%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 69.01%.
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 | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 11 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Mehalchaura
Mehalchaura 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 Mehalchaura
Mehalchaura 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Mehalchaura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehalchaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehalchaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehalchaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehalchaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehalchaura
Where is Mehalchaura located?
Mehalchaura village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehalchaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehalchaura is Palayan.
What is the pincode of Mehalchaura?
The pincode of Mehalchaura is 263630.
What is the population of Mehalchaura?
Mehalchaura had a total population of 142, including 68 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Mehalchaura?
Mehalchaura had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehalchaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehalchaura was 80.92%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 69.01%.