Margungunth - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Margungunth is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Srinagar and around 42 km from Pauri. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margungunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margungunth is 045382. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.74 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Margungunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Margungunth
According to the 2011 Census, Margungunth village had a total population of 66 people, including 31 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Margungunth
Margungunth 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 Margungunth
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Margungunth.
| 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 Srinagar to Margungunth is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Margungunth is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margungunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margungunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Margungunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margungunth 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 Margungunth
Where is Margungunth located?
Margungunth village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margungunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Margungunth is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Margungunth?
The pincode of Margungunth is 246001.
What is the population of Margungunth?
Margungunth had a total population of 66, including 31 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Margungunth?
Margungunth had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margungunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margungunth was 71.43%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 66.67%.