Mawai - Garud, Bageshwar
Mawai is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Mavwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawai is 051311. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.09 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Mawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mawai
According to the 2011 Census, Mawai village had a total population of 322 people, including 132 males and 190 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,439 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 98.25% and female literacy at 72.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 322 | 132 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 12 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 112 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 20 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Mawai
Mawai 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 Mawai
Public transport in the Mawai is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Mawai is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawai 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 Mawai
Where is Mawai located?
Mawai village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawai is Mavwai.
What is the pincode of Mawai?
The pincode of Mawai is 263635.
What is the population of Mawai?
Mawai had a total population of 322, including 132 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Mawai?
Mawai had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawai was 82.92%. Male literacy was 98.25% and female literacy was 72.46%.