Must
Must is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Must village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Must unique in its vibrant Lansdowne-Garhwal region. You’ll see Must’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Must
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Must is 047286. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246122. Lansdowne is nearest town to Must village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Must village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Must
Population of Must
According to the 2011 Census, Must has a total population of about 197, with approximately 81 males and 116 females. The sex ratio is around 1432 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.02%, with male literacy at about 81.48% and female literacy near 58.62%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Must's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 81 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 15 | 48 |
Connectivity of Must
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Must. As per the 2011 stats, Must had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Must
Knowing the nearby villages of Must helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Must.
Frequently Asked Questions about Must
Where is Must located?
Must village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Must?
Must serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Must?
The pincode of Must is 246122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Must as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Must is 197, with 81 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Must as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Must village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Must as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Must is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 81.48%, while the female literacy rate is 58.62%.