Mahar - Pokhari, Chamoli
Mahar is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Raduwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar is 041153. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.09 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Mahar 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahar village had a total population of 114 people, including 53 males and 61 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.20%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.14%.
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 | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar
Mahar 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 Mahar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mahar.
| 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 Mahar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mahar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahar 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 Mahar
Where is Mahar located?
Mahar village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar is Raduwa.
What is the pincode of Mahar?
The pincode of Mahar is 246473.
What is the population of Mahar?
Mahar had a total population of 114, including 53 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Mahar?
Mahar had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar was 90.20%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.14%.