Mahar Gaun - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Mahar Gaun is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Kotdwara and around 111 km from Pauri. Odiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Gaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Gaun is 048317. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.64 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahar Gaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar Gaun
According to the 2011 Census, Mahar Gaun village had a total population of 70 people, including 33 males and 37 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar Gaun
Mahar Gaun 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 Gaun
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mahar Gaun.
| 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 Kotdwara to Mahar Gaun is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Mahar Gaun is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar Gaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar Gaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahar Gaun
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 Gaun 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 Gaun
Where is Mahar Gaun located?
Mahar Gaun village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Gaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Gaun is Odiyari.
What is the pincode of Mahar Gaun?
The pincode of Mahar Gaun is 246144.
What is the population of Mahar Gaun?
Mahar Gaun had a total population of 70, including 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Gaun?
Mahar Gaun had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Gaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Gaun was 90.32%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.