Mingad Gaon - Pokhari, Chamoli
Mingad Gaon is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Simkholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mingad Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mingad Gaon is 041224. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.72 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mingad Gaon 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 Mingad Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mingad Gaon village had a total population of 184 people, including 75 males and 109 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,453 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 71.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 184 | 75 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 14 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Mingad Gaon
Mingad Gaon 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 Mingad Gaon
Mingad Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Mingad Gaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mingad Gaon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mingad Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mingad Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mingad Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mingad Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mingad Gaon
Where is Mingad Gaon located?
Mingad Gaon village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mingad Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mingad Gaon is Simkholi.
What is the pincode of Mingad Gaon?
The pincode of Mingad Gaon is 246473.
What is the population of Mingad Gaon?
Mingad Gaon had a total population of 184, including 75 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Mingad Gaon?
Mingad Gaon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mingad Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mingad Gaon was 81.17%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 71.11%.