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 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 Muneth
As per Census 2011, Muneth village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 189 males and 219 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,158 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muneth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 189 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 408, including 189 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Muneth?
There are 97 households in Muneth.
What is the literacy rate in Muneth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muneth is 62.50%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 51.60%.