Mawan Gaon - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Mawan Gaon is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Mawan Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawan Gaon is 042693. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.38 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mawan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Mawan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Mawan Gaon village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 199 males and 190 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 199 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 154 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 45 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mawan Gaon
Mawan 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 Mawan Gaon
Public transport in the Mawan Gaon 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 Mawan Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawan 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 Mawan Gaon 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 Mawan Gaon
Where is Mawan Gaon located?
Mawan Gaon village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mawan Gaon?
Mawan Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mawan Gaon?
The pincode of Mawan Gaon is 246475.
What is the population of Mawan Gaon?
Mawan Gaon has a total population of 389, including 199 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Mawan Gaon?
There are 82 households in Mawan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mawan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawan Gaon is 68.38%. Male literacy is 77.39% and female literacy is 58.95%.