Muneth - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Muneth is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Mundeth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muneth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muneth is 043115. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.01 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Muneth 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muneth
According to the 2011 Census, Muneth village had a total population of 408 people, including 189 males and 219 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.03%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 59.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 408 | 189 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 47 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Muneth
Muneth 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 Muneth
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Muneth.
| 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 Devprayag to Muneth is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Muneth is about 90 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 Muneth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muneth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Muneth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muneth 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 Muneth
Where is Muneth located?
Muneth village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muneth?
The Gram Panchayat of Muneth is Mundeth.
What is the pincode of Muneth?
The pincode of Muneth is 249161.
What is the population of Muneth?
Muneth had a total population of 408, including 189 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Muneth?
Muneth had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muneth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muneth was 72.03%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 59.47%.