Mehargaon - Gairsain, Chamoli
Mehargaon is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ramra Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehargaon is 041910. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.78 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mehargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mehargaon village had a total population of 624 people, including 291 males and 333 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.71%, with male literacy at 97.91% and female literacy at 67.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 624 | 291 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 234 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 57 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Mehargaon
Mehargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naugadh Dhal Kandae | East | 1.11 km |
| Silakot | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Mathkot Khal | East | 2.19 km |
| Gaul | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Paramghat Laga Chhapali | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Pajyana | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Chhari Sain | South | 3.01 km |
| Kulagar | North | 3.17 km |
| Mathakot | East | 3.33 km |
| Chhapali | North | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehargaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mehargaon. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Mehargaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mehargaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehargaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehargaon
Where is Mehargaon located?
Mehargaon village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehargaon is Ramra Malla.
What is the pincode of Mehargaon?
The pincode of Mehargaon is 246428.
What is the population of Mehargaon?
Mehargaon had a total population of 624, including 291 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Mehargaon?
Mehargaon had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehargaon was 81.71%. Male literacy was 97.91% and female literacy was 67.64%.