Mahar Kanda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Mahar Kanda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dungriyalkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahar Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahar Kanda is 043116. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.97 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mahar Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahar Kanda
As per Census 2011, Mahar Kanda village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 51 males and 62 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahar Kanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Mahar Kanda
Mahar Kanda 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 Kanda
Mahar Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahar Kanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Mahar Kanda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mahar Kanda is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahar Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahar Kanda 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 Mahar Kanda
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 Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahar Kanda
Where is Mahar Kanda located?
Mahar Kanda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar Kanda is Dungriyalkanda.
What is the pincode of Mahar Kanda?
The pincode of Mahar Kanda is 249122.
What is the population of Mahar Kanda?
Mahar Kanda has a total population of 113, including 51 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Mahar Kanda?
There are 31 households in Mahar Kanda.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahar Kanda is 61.95%. Male literacy is 72.55% and female literacy is 53.23%.