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
As per Census 2011, Margungunth village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 31 males and 35 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Margungunth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| 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 has a total population of 66, including 31 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Margungunth?
There are 14 households in Margungunth.
What is the literacy rate in Margungunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margungunth is 60.61%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 57.14%.