Mahargoan - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Mahargoan is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Koti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahargoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahargoan is 042614. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.84 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Mahargoan 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahargoan
According to the 2011 Census, Mahargoan village had a total population of 342 people, including 138 males and 204 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,478 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 92.17% and female literacy at 59.09%.
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 | 342 | 138 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 32 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Mahargoan
Mahargoan 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 Mahargoan
Public transport in the Mahargoan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Mahargoan is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahargoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahargoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahargoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahargoan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahargoan
Where is Mahargoan located?
Mahargoan village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahargoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahargoan is Koti.
What is the pincode of Mahargoan?
The pincode of Mahargoan is 246475.
What is the population of Mahargoan?
Mahargoan had a total population of 342, including 138 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Mahargoan?
Mahargoan had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahargoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahargoan was 72.16%. Male literacy was 92.17% and female literacy was 59.09%.