Must - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Must is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 107 km from Pauri. Must village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Must is 047286. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.66 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Must village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Must
According to the 2011 Census, Must village had a total population of 197 people, including 81 males and 116 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,432 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 92.96% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 197 | 81 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 15 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Must
Must 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 Must
Must is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Lansdowne to Must is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Must is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Must
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Must village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Must
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Must 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Must
Where is Must located?
Must village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Must?
Must is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Must?
The pincode of Must is 246155.
What is the population of Must?
Must had a total population of 197, including 81 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Must?
Must had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Must?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Must was 74.86%. Male literacy was 92.96% and female literacy was 62.96%.