Mudgaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Mudgaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from Kotdwara and around 140 km from Pauri. Harsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mudgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mudgaon is 048348. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.65 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Mudgaon 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 Mudgaon
As per Census 2011, Mudgaon village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 102 males and 132 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mudgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 102 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Mudgaon
Mudgaon 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 Mudgaon
Public transport in the Mudgaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Mudgaon is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Mudgaon is about 140 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 Mudgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mudgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mudgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mudgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mudgaon
Where is Mudgaon located?
Mudgaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mudgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mudgaon is Harsu.
What is the pincode of Mudgaon?
The pincode of Mudgaon is 246127.
What is the population of Mudgaon?
Mudgaon has a total population of 234, including 102 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Mudgaon?
There are 56 households in Mudgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mudgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mudgaon is 70.94%. Male literacy is 81.37% and female literacy is 62.88%.