Mahad - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Mahad is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Tharali and around 88 km from Gopeshwar. Bhangota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahad is 041515. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.09 hectares and falls under the 246453 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Mahad
Mahad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagota | South-West | 0.64 km |
| Rains | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Tolyon | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Bhainswada | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Arkhanda | South | 1.44 km |
| Chopata | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Lodhala | West | 2.02 km |
| Solta | West | 2.08 km |
| Bethara | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Paina | North-West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mahad. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Mahad is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mahad is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahad 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 Mahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahad
Where is Mahad located?
Mahad village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahad is Bhangota.
What is the pincode of Mahad?
The pincode of Mahad is 246453.