Mahat Gaon - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Mahat Gaon is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Didihat and around 42 km from Pithoragarh. Mahatgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahat Gaon is 049397. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.88 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Mahat Gaon 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahat Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahat Gaon village had a total population of 146 people, including 67 males and 79 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Mahat Gaon
Mahat Gaon 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 Mahat Gaon
Public transport in the Mahat Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mahat Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Mahat Gaon 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 Mahat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahat Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahat Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahat Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahat Gaon
Where is Mahat Gaon located?
Mahat Gaon village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahat Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahat Gaon is Mahatgaon.
What is the pincode of Mahat Gaon?
The pincode of Mahat Gaon is 262541.
What is the population of Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had a total population of 146, including 67 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Mahat Gaon?
Mahat Gaon had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahat Gaon was 86.36%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 79.17%.