Mawasha - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Mawasha is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from Kotdwara and around 139 km from Pauri. Dhura Bharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mawasha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawasha is 048384. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.34 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Mawasha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawasha
According to the 2011 Census, Mawasha village had a total population of 146 people, including 74 males and 72 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.50%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 75.76%.
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 | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Mawasha
Mawasha 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 Mawasha
Mawasha 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 >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 Mawasha is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Mawasha is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawasha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawasha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mawasha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawasha 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 Mawasha
Where is Mawasha located?
Mawasha village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawasha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mawasha is Dhura Bharpur.
What is the pincode of Mawasha?
The pincode of Mawasha is 246144.
What is the population of Mawasha?
Mawasha had a total population of 146, including 74 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Mawasha?
Mawasha had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawasha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawasha was 85.50%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 75.76%.