Mahara Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Mahara Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nagharmajila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahara Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahara Gaon is 050739. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.55 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mahara 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahara Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahara Gaon village had a total population of 130 people, including 61 males and 69 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.97%.
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 | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 8 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Mahara Gaon
Mahara 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 Mahara Gaon
Mahara Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mahara Gaon is about 29 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 Mahara Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahara Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahara 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 Mahara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahara Gaon
Where is Mahara Gaon located?
Mahara Gaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahara Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahara Gaon is Nagharmajila.
What is the pincode of Mahara Gaon?
The pincode of Mahara Gaon is 263640.
What is the population of Mahara Gaon?
Mahara Gaon had a total population of 130, including 61 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Mahara Gaon?
Mahara Gaon had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahara Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahara Gaon was 83.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.97%.