Mangarh - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Mangarh is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangarh is 049781. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.14 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Mangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangarh
As per Census 2011, Mangarh village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 96 males and 111 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 96 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 10 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Mangarh
Mangarh 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 Mangarh
Public transport in the Mangarh is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Mangarh is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mangarh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangarh
Where is Mangarh located?
Mangarh village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangarh is Mangar.
What is the pincode of Mangarh?
The pincode of Mangarh is 262531.
What is the population of Mangarh?
Mangarh has a total population of 207, including 96 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Mangarh?
There are 53 households in Mangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Mangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangarh is 81.64%. Male literacy is 89.58% and female literacy is 74.77%.