Mazri Grant - Doiwala, Dehradun
Mazri Grant is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Rishikesh and around 32 km from Dehradun. Majri Grant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mazri Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mazri Grant is 045339. The village covers a total geographical area of 1442.58 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Doiwala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mazri Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mazri Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Mazri Grant village had a total population of 9,620 people, including 5,186 males and 4,434 females, living in 1,981 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.29%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 70.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,672, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 9,620 | 5,186 | 4,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,315 | 718 | 597 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,672 | 905 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 6,585 | 3,879 | 2,706 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,035 | 1,307 | 1,728 |
Nearby Villages of Mazri Grant
Mazri Grant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeevan Wala | North | 2.69 km |
| Barkot Range | East | 4.56 km |
| Ghissar Pari | North-West | 5.75 km |
| Listrabad | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Kanhar Wala | North | 6.15 km |
| Markham Grant | North-West | 6.37 km |
| Kasron Range | South-West | 6.42 km |
| Rainapur Grant | East | 6.43 km |
| Baksar Wala | North | 6.97 km |
| Jauligrant | North | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mazri Grant
Mazri Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doiwala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doiwala to Mazri Grant is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Mazri Grant is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mazri Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mazri Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mazri Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mazri Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mazri Grant
Where is Mazri Grant located?
Mazri Grant village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mazri Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Mazri Grant is Majri Grant.
What is the pincode of Mazri Grant?
The pincode of Mazri Grant is 248001.
What is the population of Mazri Grant?
Mazri Grant had a total population of 9,620, including 5,186 males and 4,434 females.
How many households are there in Mazri Grant?
Mazri Grant had 1,981 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mazri Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mazri Grant was 79.29%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 70.52%.