Munnadewal - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Munnadewal is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Munnadeval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munnadewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munnadewal is 042716. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.54 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Munnadewal 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 Munnadewal
According to the 2011 Census, Munnadewal village had a total population of 388 people, including 189 males and 199 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 67.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 388 | 189 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 142 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 47 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Munnadewal
Munnadewal 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 Munnadewal
Munnadewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rudraprayag to Munnadewal is about 28 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 Munnadewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munnadewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munnadewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munnadewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Munnadewal
Where is Munnadewal located?
Munnadewal village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munnadewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Munnadewal is Munnadeval.
What is the pincode of Munnadewal?
The pincode of Munnadewal is 246475.
What is the population of Munnadewal?
Munnadewal had a total population of 388, including 189 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Munnadewal?
Munnadewal had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munnadewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munnadewal was 79.22%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 67.98%.