Mahruri - Kanda, Bageshwar
Mahruri is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Mahruri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahruri is 050704. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.44 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Mahruri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Mahruri
As per Census 2011, Mahruri village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 246 males and 296 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 209 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahruri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 246 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 39 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 188 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 58 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Mahruri
Mahruri 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 Mahruri
Mahruri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mahruri is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahruri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahruri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahruri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahruri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahruri
Where is Mahruri located?
Mahruri village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahruri?
Mahruri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahruri?
The pincode of Mahruri is 263640.
What is the population of Mahruri?
Mahruri has a total population of 542, including 246 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Mahruri?
There are 129 households in Mahruri.
What is the literacy rate in Mahruri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahruri is 61.44%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 48.99%.