Mahar

Mahar is a village located in Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pokhari (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Raduwa is the gram panchayat of Mahar village.

Mahar has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahar is 041153. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246473. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Mahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Mahar

Below is a concise population overview of Mahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 114 53 61
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 7 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 92 46 46
Illiterate Population 22 7 15

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahar village:

  • The total population of Mahar village is around 114, including approximately 53 males and 61 females, with a sex ratio of 1150 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Mahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Mahar village is about 80.70%, with male literacy at 86.79% and female literacy at 75.41%.
  • There are around 25 households in Mahar village.

Connectivity of Mahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahar. As per the 2011 stats, Mahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahar.

Kandai Kimoda Dungar Banjwad Raduva Khanna Khalbajetha Bhikauna Bangthal Pithatoli Pogatha

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahar

Where is Mahar located?
Mahar village is situated in Pokhari Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar is Raduwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahar?
The pincode of Mahar is 246473, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahar is 114, with 53 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahar village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahar is 80.70%. The male literacy rate is 86.79%, while the female literacy rate is 75.41%.