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
According to the 2011 Census, Mudgaon village had a total population of 234 people, including 102 males and 132 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.69%, with male literacy at 95.40% and female literacy at 76.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 234 | 102 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 234, including 102 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Mudgaon?
Mudgaon had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mudgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mudgaon was 84.69%. Male literacy was 95.40% and female literacy was 76.15%.