Merwari - Dhoomakot, Pauri Garhwal
Merwari is a village situated in the Dhoomakot tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Dhoomakot and around 156 km from Pauri. Umatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Merwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merwari is 047186. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.63 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Merwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Merwari
According to the 2011 Census, Merwari village had a total population of 102 people, including 51 males and 51 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Merwari
Merwari 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 Merwari
Merwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kotdwara to Merwari is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Merwari is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merwari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Merwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merwari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Merwari
Where is Merwari located?
Merwari village is located in Dhoomakot Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Merwari is Umatta.
What is the pincode of Merwari?
The pincode of Merwari is 246179.
What is the population of Merwari?
Merwari had a total population of 102, including 51 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Merwari?
Merwari had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merwari was 82.14%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 66.67%.