Mahat Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Mahat Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhandarigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahat Gaon is 050834. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.69 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 57 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 Kapkote 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 80 people, including 44 males and 36 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 36 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
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
Public transport in the Mahat Gaon 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 Bageshwar to Mahat Gaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahat Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahat Gaon is Bhandarigaon.
What is the pincode of Mahat Gaon?
The pincode of Mahat Gaon is 263631.
What is the population of Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had a total population of 80, including 44 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahat Gaon was 80.88%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 63.33%.