Mahar Gaon - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Mahar Gaon is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Gugali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Gaon is 042287. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.6 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mahar 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mahar Gaon village had a total population of 80 people, including 47 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 702 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar Gaon
Mahar 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 Mahar Gaon
Public transport in the Mahar 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 Mahar Gaon is about 23 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 Mahar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahar 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 Mahar 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 Mahar Gaon
Where is Mahar Gaon located?
Mahar Gaon village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Gaon is Gugali.
What is the pincode of Mahar Gaon?
The pincode of Mahar Gaon is 246425.
What is the population of Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon had a total population of 80, including 47 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Gaon?
Mahar Gaon had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Gaon was 86.11%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 73.33%.